by Carley Smiddy | Feb 7, 2022 | Interventions, Mental health, Relapse & Prevention, Sober Transition & Recovery Resources, Substance Use Disorder, Support
Celebrities such as Paris Hilton have drawn attention to “troubled teen” treatment programs that may harm rather than help. While it’s essential to select the right type of help for your child, it can be challenging to find trustworthy resources to help guide your...
by Carley Smiddy | Feb 15, 2021 | Relapse & Prevention
In recovery, we may encounter a challenging situation or time when we feel the need to return to substance use. And, sometimes, we do. Relapse can be an experience that hits us with feelings of guilt and shame. What did I do? What do I do now? Getting honest about...
by Carley Smiddy | Nov 25, 2020 | Addiction Recovery, Recovery, Relapse & Prevention
The loss of a loved one is one of the biggest fears people in recovery face. When you have suffered a profound loss, especially the death of someone close, you will discover that the grieving process is uniquely painful. But learning how to cope with grief without...
by Carley Smiddy | Nov 20, 2020 | Addiction Recovery, Relapse & Prevention, Support
When you first get sober, your motivation may be high. Life is new and exciting; the world is full of possibilities. As time goes by, though, the shininess of early recovery fades. Even when sobriety is infinitely more rewarding than your old life, you start taking...
by Carley Smiddy | Oct 16, 2020 | Relapse & Prevention, Sober Companion
Life after rehab can be overwhelming, especially in the first week or two of transitioning from rehab back to normal life. You are no longer in a controlled, scheduled environment that is specifically designed for your own recovery. Now you will have to make your own...
by Carley Smiddy | Sep 29, 2020 | Recovery, Relapse & Prevention
In recovery meetings, we often hear it said that “relapse is a part of recovery.” While this is true for some people, it doesn’t have to continue to be a part of your story forever. Once a person has relapsed several times, it can be hard not to give in to despair....
