The Importance of Fellowship in Recovery Loneliness, and the consequences associated with it, make up some of the main triggers for substance abuse. This means

Drug use and abuse on college campuses are becoming more and more prevalent. While the tendency for college students to develop unsafe habits with alcohol

While the holiday season can bring cheer, it can also present challenges that make sobriety difficult. First, there’s the stress a change in your routine:

“I am a drug addict. I used drugs for over 22 years and ended up homeless on the streets.  I enjoyed getting high, but there

Women suffering from addiction during pregnancy can find themselves feeling hopeless and overwhelmed when it comes to finding treatment. They may know they need help,

Date rape drugs are used to incapacitate victims with the intention of committing sexual assault. What’s worrisome about these drugs is that they are usually

In 2016, there were more than 63,600 drug overdose deaths in the United States. This is 21% higher than the rate in 2015. Some age

Delirium tremens (DTs), or “the shakes,” is a severe form of alcohol withdrawal. It involves sudden changes in the nervous and mental systems. DTs usually

Alcohol withdrawal can be broken down into three stages, which usually start 6-24 hours from the last drink. The withdrawal process is influenced by many

The detox process is the first stage in getting clean and sober. During this process, drugs, alcohol, and toxins are removed from the body, preparing

Every September, we celebrate National Recovery Month. This month is dedicated to bringing awareness to mental and substance use disorders and celebrating those in recovery.