A person who has turned to drugs and alcohol use is not usually making a choice so much as giving in to a path of least resistance. It can seem easier to use alcohol or drugs as an escape from the hardships of daily life or to manage mental health issues like anxiety and depression.…
There are many benefits of an Alumni Program that are worth considering if you or your loved one is nearing completion of a treatment program or has recently completed treatment and is in the recovery process. It’s important to remember that recovery is an ongoing process. Rehab alumni programs are designed to help those in…
September is National Recovery Month, making this an opportune time to take stock of your situation and consider if your habits have become substance abuse disorders. We are too often blindsided by habit formation. Our ability to quickly form new habits can be positive but can also get us in serious trouble. It’s possible to…
International Self-Care Day (ISD) is celebrated each year on July 24th. This is a day to focus on your well-being and promote healthy lifestyles, and an opportunity to raise awareness about concerns surrounding mental illness and addiction. If you or someone you love is struggling with a substance abuse disorder, this is a moment to…
Family members play a pivotal role in helping loved ones seek the addiction recovery they need. It’s often difficult for a person struggling with addiction to accept their circumstances or just how problematic their habit has become. Family intervention, especially when early intervention is possible, can provide life-changing help for a loved one who has…
Polysubstance abuse might be an unfamiliar term, but millions of people struggle with this condition. Polysubstance abuse is the use of more than one substance at a time. Some people abuse multiple drugs or combine them with alcohol. This can include the use of multiple illicit drugs or the use of prescription drugs used for…
Stress is a part of the lives of many people. Deadlines at work, conflict with loved ones, and complicated health matters can all pile up and make life difficult. For a person without good stress management skills, life can be challenging so much so that they reach for alcohol or drugs to help. A key…
World Health Day is April 7th. This year, why not make it the day that you make a change in your life or the life of a loved one struggling with addiction? It may be that you just need a push to do something to change your health and your future. Acting now can make…
Alcohol addiction creates many changes in the body and the brain. There is no safe level of alcohol use, but chronic use can cause a number of long-term effects. If you are struggling with alcohol abuse, reach out to an alcohol addiction treatment center near you. Our team at Fresh Start Recovery Center can offer…
The potential of having a relapse is always present in the lives of individuals in recovery. It can happen to people who have been sober for years. Having a relapse prevention plan to fall back on can help you deal with that possibility. The presence of a relapse plan should be seen as a sign…