• Man standing in the forest with his eyes closed enjoying the sun

    Practicing Mindfulness After Treatment: Simple Ways to Stay Present in Daily Life 

    721 words|3.6 min read|

    After completing residential treatment, as individuals return to everyday responsibilities — work, family, relationships and routines — it’s common to wonder how to maintain the sense of awareness and grounding developed during [...]

  • A woman is seen checking her phone while holding shopping bags and walking along a city street lined with buildings and cars fighting the urge to stop and get an alcoholic drink

    Managing Cravings After Residential Treatment 

    727 words|3.6 min read|

    Completing a residential treatment program for substance use and/or co‑occurring mental health disorders is a meaningful accomplishment. It reflects hard work, vulnerability and commitment to change. As [...]

  • Close up of a mid adult woman checking her energy bills at home, sitting in her living room. She has a worried expression

    Budgeting and Building Financial Literacy in Recovery 

    747 words|3.7 min read|

    Recovery is a journey of rebuilding stability in all aspects of daily life. One area many people find challenging to navigate after getting sober is their relationship with money.  Finances can carry a lot of [...]

  • Cropped shot of new friends outdoors

    Making New Friends as an Adult in Recovery 

    778 words|3.9 min read|

    Recovery more than abstaining from substances. This journey involves building a life that feels fulfilling, connected and sustainable. One aspect many people find surprisingly difficult after treatment is making [...]

  • Side view of a woman listening to guided meditation with headphones at home. Concept of mindfulness, emotional regulation, stress relief and modern self care in a calm indoor setting.

    Using Your Coping Skills After Residential Treatment

    539 words|2.7 min read|

    You complete residential treatment and return to normal life. This marks progress in recovery from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. But this [...]

  • Opioid epidemic, painkillers and drug abuse concept with close up on a bottle of prescription drugs and hydrocodone pills falling out of it on white

    The Drug Supply Isn’t What It Used to Be: Understanding Emerging Synthetic Drugs and NPS

    851 words|4.3 min read|

    Many people sense it before they fully understand it. Substances feel stronger. Reactions are different. Effects last longer or hit faster than expected. What once [...]

  • Mature woman drinking coffee and smoking an electronic cigarette in shopping mall cafe

    Is Dry January Making Me Realize I Have a Bigger Problem?

    868 words|4.3 min read|

    Dry January has become a popular way to reset after the holidays. Many people take a break from alcohol hoping to feel healthier, sleep better [...]

  • Marriage crisis. Arguing about their relationship problems

    Is It Possible to Get Sober If My Partner Still Uses?

    818 words|4.1 min read|

    This is one of those questions people usually ask quietly. Late at night. In private browser tabs. On Reddit threads filled with strangers who seem [...]

  • Senior man sitting on a couch and waiting alone for Christmas / New Year's eve.

    Is It Worth Starting Treatment During the Holidays?

    764 words|3.8 min read|

    For many people, the holidays bring up a difficult question they may have been avoiding all year:Is now really the right time to get help? [...]

  • A woman holds a white tablet in dark setting, symbolizing drug addiction and the emotional tension behind substance use.

    How People Can Test Drugs for Fentanyl and Other Dangerous Substances

    809 words|4 min read|

    The unregulated drug supply in the United States has become increasingly unpredictable. Many people are unintentionally exposed to substances they never intended to take, including [...]

  • Young happy couple toasting with senior couple while having New Year's lunch in dining room.

    Holiday Drinking and When It Crosses a Line

    888 words|4.4 min read|

    The holidays are often associated with celebration, connection and tradition. For many people, alcohol becomes part of that picture. Office parties, family gatherings and end-of-year [...]

  • Young smiling couple going over insurance and preauthorization while sitting on the floor at home

    How Does Preauthorization Work for Addiction Treatment?

    689 words|3.4 min read|

    When someone reaches the point of asking for help, the last thing families want is insurance confusion. Questions like “Will they approve it?” and “Can [...]