by Hired Power | Jun 14, 2022 | Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Alcoholism, Interventions
An alcohol use disorder affects the family as well as the individual, and the challenge can seem insurmountable. Excessive drinking is a challenging subject to broach with your partner but could be a sign of alcohol use disorder (AUD). If you think your husband has an...
by Hired Power | Jun 10, 2022 | Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Interventions, Uncategorized
When you realize the severity of addiction in a loved one’s life, you may feel powerless. You might find yourself wishing for a simple solution or hope the problem will resolve itself. In many cases, the first step in the healing journey of recovery is a loved one or...
by Hired Power | Jun 29, 2021 | Addiction Recovery, Health & Wellness
Summer is here; the sky is blue, and the temperature is high. As COVID-19 restrictions ease and the beautiful weather creeps in, people will be planning barbeques, pool parties, and beach days. Summertime comes with socialization, which is often accompanied by...
by Hired Power | Jun 9, 2021 | Addiction Recovery, Health & Wellness
When people struggle with addiction, it does not only affect them–it affects everybody surrounding them, especially children. Children with a parent who struggles with addiction are at higher risk for chronic health problems, mental illness, and substance use...
by Hired Power | Jun 4, 2021 | Addiction Recovery, Recovery
Addiction is a complex disease. Cravings have a lot to do with why people continue to use drugs or alcohol despite negative health and social consequences. Cravings are common in early recovery, but they can even pop up after being sober for a long period. If you are...
by Hired Power | May 11, 2021 | Addiction Recovery, Mental health
Sometimes, in active addiction, we do things we aren’t proud of. We may have hurt the ones we love, do things we are ashamed of, and caused harm to ourselves. We may feel guilty, embarrassed, and angry. Although you may have gotten substance abuse treatment and are...
