Each and every year, about 23 million Americans struggle with addiction, substance abuse disorder, or alcoholism. Although addiction isn’t uncommon, as less than 10% of people who meet the criteria for a substance abuse disorder receive drug addiction treatment. Addiction is also a deadly disease that doesn’t discriminate. Anyone, regardless of age, race, gender, or…
Is addiction a disease? Whether you or a loved one is struggling with a substance abuse issue, addiction or alcoholism, you may have heard addiction referred to as a disease. You also may be wondering why is addiction a disease. While using drugs or alcohol may be a choice, addiction impacts your brain chemistry and…
Addiction doesn’t discriminate. Regardless of your age, gender, race or income, you can become a victim of addiction. Addiction is a chronic disease. Although it can be managed and remain in remission, there is no permanent cure. The damage caused by addiction can impact every area of your life, from your personal relationships to your…
Even when you have maintained sobriety for months, or even years, you can still deal with cravings and triggers. Things like major life changes and holiday stress can make you prone to relapsing, regardless of how long you’ve been clean and sober. If you are currently addicted, holiday stress can cause you to increase your…
Alcohol and drug addiction are a family disease. When one person in a family is suffering from substance abuse, others are also feeling the effects of this. Because of this, addiction can destroy personal relationships. With help from Victory Bay Recovery Center in Laurel Springs, New Jersey, repairing relationships during addiction recovery is possible. …
When the holidays approach, it can cause a lot of stress for people who are just getting over addiction issues. Many people face holiday addiction triggers, which makes it harder for them as holidays get closer. Additionally, some people are in the midst of an addiction issue during the holidays. This makes things even harder…
For over 30 years, National Recovery Month has celebrated the gains made by individuals as they heal from substance use disorder and addiction. Every September, Recovery Month educates millions of Americans about the benefits of finding treatment. The core message is threefold–prevention works, treatment is the most effective way to heal, and recovery is not…
According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 10% of adults experience some kind of substance use disorder during their lives. To make matters worse, nearly 75% of them never seek professional help. Most experts say that people don’t seek help because they’re afraid that they can’t pay for an outpatient rehab center. Instead, they…
Combating addiction can be difficult. During this time, your mind can take you in many different directions. Applying new ways of thinking and new methods of behavior instead of dangerous ones can aid addiction recovery. You most likely have heard the term “mindful” at one point or another in your life. However, you may wonder…
Are you feeling lonely? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans struggle with loneliness each year. Although the condition is more common than you think, few people are capable of coping with loneliness on their own. They often need friends and family to help them feel connected. Loneliness and isolation are key symptoms of…