by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 22, 2026 | Recovery
When you are recovering from addiction, finding healthy ways to manage stress, uncomfortable emotions, and everyday responsibilities is an important part of maintaining your recovery. You may develop routines that help you handle cravings, work through frustration, or...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 16, 2026 | Recovery
Recovery is a process, not a straight line. Some days, you may feel proud of how far you have come. Other days, you may wonder why you are not making more progress. You may be doing everything you are supposed to do but still feel like you are standing in the same...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 8, 2026 | Addiction Treatment
Deciding to enter residential addiction treatment can bring a mix of emotions. You may feel relieved to finally seek help, but you might also wonder what life will actually be like once you arrive. What will you do all day? Will you have any time to yourself? What...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Sep 25, 2026 | Addiction Treatment
Watching someone you love struggle with alcohol or drug addiction can leave you feeling helpless, frustrated, and scared. You may know they need help, but they may insist everything is fine. They might deny there is a problem, promise to cut back, or become defensive...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Sep 21, 2026 | Addiction
Why does one person develop a problem with alcohol while another doesn’t? There isn’t one simple answer. Alcohol use disorder can develop through a combination of genetic, environmental, behavioral, and mental health factors. Having one or more risk...
