by Carley Smiddy | Sep 24, 2018 | Addiction Treatment & Recovery, Assessment & Services
September has marked National Recovery Month, a governmentally recognized celebration of all the people working hard to better their lives in recovery. Why Understanding Recovery Matters There is a common saying in recovery which creates a distinguished difference...
by Carley Smiddy | Sep 12, 2018 | Assessment & Services, Health & Wellness
Addiction and alcoholism are a response to stress. Put another way, turning to drugs and alcohol is a stress management response, albeit a poor and damaging one. Stress is not something which happens outside of the body, to us. Stress is something which is actively...
by Carley Smiddy | Jul 29, 2018 | Addiction Treatment & Recovery, Assessment & Services
Does Gender-Specific Treatment Work? There is no question that addiction affects both genders. It does not discriminate against male or female. Research verifies that drugs and alcohol affect women differently than men. Often it takes a much smaller amount of a...
by Carley Smiddy | Jun 13, 2018 | Assessment & Services, Sober Transition & Recovery Resources
What is Case Management and How can it Help Case management refers to a professional who assesses your needs and makes a care plan for you to follow. When you are in recovery, you will have needs come up that include locating a treatment center, transportation to and...
by Carley Smiddy | Feb 17, 2018 | Assessment & Services, Drug Facts & Resources
The winter is still here! Try not to be discouraged with the earlier days and lack of sunlight. Even though spring should be making an appearance soon, there are some things that you can do to help you deal with the winter blues. A lot of people actually may have a...
by Carley Smiddy | Feb 11, 2018 | Addiction, Assessment & Services
The Pros of Holding an Intervention If you are reading this, you may be searching for help for a loved one who is using drugs or abusing alcohol. An intervention is a productive way to share your feelings and concerns with your loved one. Interventions are also a way...