Writing a Letter of Sobriety for Court - Icarus Behavioral Health

Writing a Letter of Sobriety for Court

Guidance on Crafting Sobriety Statements for Legal Proceedings

When you're seeking a reduction in sentencing or a more positive outcome in court, you may have to prepare a statement for the judge to review. A major part of your presentation is a letter of sobriety for court, but it goes beyond...

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Refuge Recovery

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...

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21 Powerful Songs About Sobriety

21 Powerful Songs About Sobriety

Music About Sobriety and Reaching for Recovery

Those struggling with substance use disorders and battling to overcome addiction often find songs about addiction a source of recovery inspiration. Songs about sobriety help them gain insights into their substance abuse and makes them feel they're not alone. Besides that, many let the...

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Emotional Self-Management in Substance Use Disorders

Effective Emotional Self-Management in Substance Use Disorders

Understanding Emotional Regulation and Addictive Behaviors

If you or a loved one has drug and alcohol dependence, then you have probably had a first-row seat to a fast-paced show, complete with a vast range of intense emotions. You realize from these experiences and interactions that emotional self-management in substance use disorders...

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Does Kava Kava Show Up on a Drug Test

Does Kava Kava Show Up on a Drug Test?

What is Kava Kava and Why is It Gaining Popularity?

What is Kava and what does it contain? Can drinking Kava tea or consuming Kava prescription medications interfere with your daily routine? Most importantly for the sake of our resource, does kava kava show up on a drug test? We’ll answer those questions...

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Dental Grants for Recovering Addicts

Getting Free Dental Grants for Recovering Addicts

Oral Health Support Resources for People in Recovery

Icarus Behavioral Health does not offer dental treatment services, this is a guide for finding such providers and resources across the United States, and we hope you find it helpful. Please do not call our facilities directly for grants, but refer to the resources...

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How Long Does Alcohol Poisoning Last

How Long Does Alcohol Poisoning Last?

The Timeline for Alcohol Poisoning and the Recovery Process

One of the most dangerous side effects of alcohol consumption is the possibility of alcohol overdose - but you'll rarely hear it discussed in this context. Alcohol overdose, otherwise known as alcohol poisoning, can impact people even when it's their first time-consuming...

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Writing a Letter to My Alcoholic Daughter

Writing a Letter to My Alcoholic Daughter

My Own Story and Guidance for Others in the Same Situation

My own personal experience with alcoholism led me to dread the effect it might have on my children. And although my two sons dodged the 'drinking bullet,' alcohol nearly destroyed our daughter's life. Although I knew it on an intellectual level...

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Writing a Goodbye Letter to Addiction

Writing a Goodbye Letter to Addiction: An Example

My Farewell to Addiction Letter and Guidance on Writing Your Own

We all have our own ways of letting addiction go. Addiction wreaks havoc on your personal and professional life and eventually feels like it becomes a part of you. It maybe sounds strange, but one of the most difficult...

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