When you’re in desperate need of good, deep sleep, you’ll try almost anything to make sure that happens. While there are numerous over-the-counter (OTC) remedies for occasional sleeplessness, many people talk with their doctors about stronger options, like...
The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that approximately one million adults aged 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Many older adults may abuse alcohol or drugs to deal with life changes that occur with age, including changes in their bodies,...
It can be stressful and frightening to return to work after completing a treatment program. You have to readjust to the daily routine, cope with job stress, and potentially be confronted by difficult questions from coworkers. Because work-related stress can be a...
Addiction is an illness that not only affects the person using drugs or alcohol but also the entire family. Therefore, many treatment centers offer programs that can benefit the family. For a person in recovery, family support can lead to long-term success and help...
Attending a 12-step meeting is a great way to connect with others who also want to recover from addiction. A variety of meeting options are available depending on your specific interest and need. Some meetings focus on listening to a speaker discuss their own...
“I still can go to work and do my job…I pay all the bills and am never late…I never neglect my children.” These are just some of the things a person may say when they are in denial that their drinking has become a problem. According to WebMD, people who use alcohol in...
