What Is Active Addiction?
18Jun
30May
Is Rehab After Prison A Wise Choice?
Do Former Inmates Benefit From Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programs?
Research shows that around 65% of the United States prison population has an active substance use disorder. Another 20% was under the influence of drugs or alcohol when committing their crime. Substance abuse treatment can act as a lifeline and a...
20May
What Is PTS? Understanding Its Impact and Key Differences with PTSD
Introduction to Post-Traumatic Stress
Any traumatic event can be jarring, with the potential to affect and change your life. We all respond to traumatic events differently. Some people go on to develop trauma disorders with lasting symptoms after a traumatic event. Others do not. This is not a personal fault; trauma disorders,...
15May
What Happens if You Fail a DOT Physical Drug Test?
Getting Cleared to Return Following a Failed DOT Drug Test
People operating commercial motor vehicles must follow strict guidelines under the United States and the New Mexico Department of Transportation. One of the most important provisions is to drive safely and sober, passing a drug or alcohol test at all times....
10May
Can I Lose Custody for Depression and Anxiety?
Mental Illness Effects on Custody Cases and How to Get Help
Child custody cases are always contentious and can become even harder to resolve when a parent has a mental health issue. Experiencing depression or anxiety doesn't automatically mean a parent will lose custody. Still, the New Mexico family courts may...
27Mar
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Worksheets
Using CBT Worksheets to Help You Heal From Negative Thinking
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used and effective forms of psychotherapy. It is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected. We can influence our emotional well-being and behavior by changing negative thought...
02Mar
How to Help an Alcoholic Son
Resources for Helping an Addicted Loved One
When your child struggles with alcohol use disorder, watching the ensuing struggle can be a painful experience. Without alcohol addiction treatment, feelings of isolation and confusion can become overwhelming. Whether your son is a teenager, young adult, or full-grown, watching them spiral into a...
28Feb
Creating a Relapse Autopsy
Guidance on Running a Relapse Autopsy Following a Slip or Lapse
Slips and lapses in your sobriety are not uncommon. In fact, research shows that 85 percent of people relapse within the first year of their recovery. If this happens to you, take action to prevent a full-blown...
30Jan
Refuge Recovery: Meetings and Philosophy
Looking into a Growing Source of Secular Support for Recovery
One of the biggest things I struggled with during early addiction recovery was the big focus on God during Alcoholics Anonymous. I can respect that belief in a higher power offers some people strength. For me, coming from the lowest point...
15Jan
21 Powerful Songs About Sobriety
