To provide a better understanding of the recovery process, We are debunking seven common recovery myths! Excuses and misconceptions. For addicts especially, they are wolves in sheep's clothing; comfortable but toxic. When those falsehoods are used to avoid recovery, it can become a deadly
Let’s Get These 7 Recovery Myths Out of the Way
Enter the Warrior: 7 Bruce Lee Quotes for Recovery
Channel your inner-warrior with these 7 Bruce Lee quotes for recovery. Martial artists are warriors of the body and soul. As they practice the art of self-defense, they engage in a dance of discipline and grace. Self-aware and patient, they know when to test or honor their own limits. They become
15 Blessings to Be Grateful For Now
Why are many so reluctant to count their blessings? We focus so much on what we don't have that it stifles our ability to truly appreciate the gifts that illuminate our lives. Gratitude gives us hope, bolsters our physical and emotional health, and lifts the spirit of those around us. Let's take
Drunk Driving Facts and Statistics
Drunk driving is one of the most pervasive crimes in the United States. The economic and social toll that it takes is nearly immeasurable and affects nearly every citizen, regardless of their personal involvement. In fact, college drunk driving statistics suggest that it costs the average person
How Drug Addiction Affects The Brain
The brain is the command center of the body, and controls everything that a person does. The brain many different parts that all work in conjunction, with each having a specific job to do. When someone takes drugs, they will enter the brain and can affect how it works. These changes in the brain are
Unconventional Treatment Methods That Really Work
In recover from mental health issues and addiction it's important to think outside the box. Talk therapy, combined with arts expressions or other evidence based therapy, helps teach clients coping mechanisms and positive thinking. Here are 5 unconventional treatment methods that really work. What
The Science of Alcohol
Many people underplay the risks of alcohol because of its legality. However, the science of alcohol exposes its numerous health risks. Every year in the United States, there are approximately 88,000 people who die from causes that are related to alcohol. Alcohol As a Drug Although people often
The Perils of Chew aka Smokeless Tobacco
Smokeless tobacco aka “Chew,” along with snuff, is a tradition and staple of baseball. However, this long-held tradition also comes with deadly consequences. The unfortunate death of Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn to salivary gland cancer may be the event that finally brings the conversation to
Guide to Battling Teen Drug Abuse
Teenagers face a number of problems on a day-to-day basis, with peer pressure at the top of the list. High expectations from parents and teachers coupled with pressure to fit in at school can be enough to send many kids looking for a way to escape. Many factors, including a history of anxiety or
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