by Tracey L. Kelley | Mar 27, 2019 | Recovery, Addiction
There are numerous natural and artificial substances that alter how the mind and body work. Consider a seemingly innocuous substance, such as sugar. Naturally-occurring sugars in foods such as fruit or milk are considered by experts to be part of a healthy diet, as...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Mar 20, 2019 | Recovery, Mental Health
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder, although that’s scant comfort when you’re groggy and trying to get through the day on little rest. The National Sleep Association indicates that more than 50 million people suffer with some kind of sleep issue. In fact,...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Jan 22, 2019 | Recovery, Drug Treatment, Addiction
When you or someone you love decides it’s time to end addiction, frequently the next step is to enter a rehabilitation facility. How do you know which one is right for you? It’s important to verify a treatment center can meet your needs, both immediate and...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Jan 3, 2019 | Drug Treatment, Recovery, Mental Health, Addiction
As a parent or guardian, you have experienced a harrowing thing: watching a child you love struggle with addiction. You probably felt a roller coaster of emotion. As unique as your situation was, feelings of guilt, fear, anger, despair, helplessness, and others are...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Dec 18, 2018 | Recovery, Drug Treatment, Addiction
Civilizations all over the world celebrate the end of one year and the arrival of the next in a variety of festive ways. New Year’s Eve celebrations incorporate many diverse traditions. The ancient Babylonians held religious festivals during what they considered...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Nov 28, 2018 | Addiction, Recovery, Drug Treatment, Mental Health
The decision to enter a treatment facility for substance abuse is probably one of the most courageous actions someone will ever take. Preventing relapse is a crucial aspect of addiction treatment, and it starts the first day of a recovery program. As part of a...
