The Connection Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Dec 29, 2022

The Connection Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse Throughout the society we live in today, the stigma involving mental health treatment deters individuals from reaching out for help; mental health symptoms, if left untreated can be debilitating. Individuals...

Addiction Treatment Accreditation: What is the Joint Commission and Why Was It Created?

Nov 28, 2022

Addiction Treatment Accreditation: What is the Joint Commission and Why Was It Created? The Joint Commission is a nonprofit organization that accredits and certifies health care organizations and programs in the United States. The Joint Commission accredits and...

12 Steps and Another 12 Steps To Help You Overcome Addiction

Nov 22, 2022

12 Steps and Another 12 Steps To Help You Overcome Addiction The 12 Step program is a set of principles designed to promote recovery from addiction. The program was originally developed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) as a way to help recovering alcoholics stay sober. AA...

Do I Have To Be Religious To Stay Sober

Nov 7, 2022

Do I Have To Be Religious To Stay Sober You do not have to be religious to recover from addiction. There are many different paths to recovery, and what works for one person may not work for another. Some people find that their faith is a helpful part of their...

How to Stop a Bad High

Oct 24, 2022

How to Stop a Bad High Many states have legalized marijuana (cannabis), and for many people, this legalization has resulted in more frequent use. Marijuana is known to produce a high, often pleasant, but it can also result in the development of unpleasant side...