What Are the Signs of an Overdose
By createrecovery
May 6, 2021
An overdose is the body’s response to the ingestion of a substance in too high of an amount. The signs of an overdose can
How Alcohol Affects Depression
By createrecovery
May 6, 2021
Substance use disorders and mental health conditions are often closely related. There are many questions about how alcohol affects depression. Depression specifically can be
How Alcohol Affects Anxiety
By createrecovery
May 6, 2021
Alcohol often plays a direct role in the development or effects of mental health disorders, such as anxiety. There are many questions about how
The Difference Between Dependence and Addiction
By createrecovery
April 15, 2021
Addictions are diseases that can be defined by a few different characteristics. Many do not recognize the difference between dependence and addiction. This doesn’t
5 Career Tips for People in Recovery – Know Your Worth
By createrecovery
February 13, 2021
So, you’ve gotten sober, you’ve participated in your own healing, and now it’s time to transition back into the stream of life? Stepping back
IOP vs. PHP: What’s the Difference?
By Garrett Stanford
October 16, 2020
Addiction treatment can be a very overwhelming process. One of the hardest aspects of the journey is choosing the right kind of treatment. There
Why Do Young Adults Binge Drink?
By Garrett Stanford
September 6, 2020
Let’s face it: drinking alcohol is a national pastime. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, more than 50% of people
Are Prescription Medications Safer than Street Drugs?
By Garrett Stanford
September 6, 2020
In 2014 the National Institute of Mental Health found that 20.2 million adults in the United States met the criteria for a substance use
Support Groups for Polysubstance Dependence
By Garrett Stanford
September 6, 2020
Alcohol and drug abuse is a serious problem in the United States. Not only do these substances harm people’s relationships, careers, academic standings, and
The Most Common Types of Alcohol Abuse
By Garrett Stanford
August 15, 2020
Alcohol consumption plays an important role in our culture. Drinking alcohol is an essential aspect of religious rituals, business meetings, dating, and casual social
What is Polysubstance Abuse?
By Garrett Stanford
August 15, 2020
When most people think of substance use disorders, they picture a person who has a debilitating dependence on one particular substance. Individuals in addiction
What are the Most Abused Prescription Drugs?
By Garrett Stanford
August 8, 2020
America suffers from a significant drug addiction problem. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 10% of the population will suffer from
Is Alcoholism Hereditary?
By Garrett Stanford
August 8, 2020
An important aspect of treating an alcoholism is understanding the underlying causes. Alcoholism is most commonly known in the medical community by the formal
The Importance Behind Step 1: Admitting You Are Powerless and that Your Life has Become Unmanageable
By Garrett Stanford
July 5, 2020
Most addiction treatment programs work to help individuals recognize the reality of their condition. For many, accepting that they have a substance use disorder
10 Helpful Tips to Stay Sober in College
By Garrett Stanford
July 5, 2020
For many college students with substance use disorders, the idea of having to get sober early on in life is intimidating. Many young people
Staying Sane and Sober Through the Corona Crisis
By Garrett Stanford
April 25, 2020
The coronavirus, or Covid-19, which has officially been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization, has now spread through all 50 of the
The Importance of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Treating Addiction
By Garrett Stanford
April 18, 2020
People with substance use disorder have a variety of treatment options available. Whether they choose an inpatient residential treatment program, a partial hospitalization program,
Tips on Staging an Intervention for a Loved One
By Garrett Stanford
April 18, 2020
In 2014, 20.2 million adults in the United States over the age of 18 suffered from a substance use disorder. With the opioid epidemic
