Is Harm Reduction the Right Way to Address the Drug Problem?
The National Institute on Drug Abuse defines addiction as being a “chronic, relapsing brain disease.” It is not a character weakness or moral flaw. Rather,
August 19, 2016
The National Institute on Drug Abuse defines addiction as being a “chronic, relapsing brain disease.” It is not a character weakness or moral flaw. Rather,
It’s a wonderful feeling when a loved one reaches the point where they will accept help. But what type of help is the right fit?
One of the many benefits of selecting The River Source for your loved one’s care is that we have a small patient-to-staff ratio. We want
If you’re anticipating a loved one returning home from treatment, you probably have mixed emotions. You’re excited to see them and proud of their progress,
It’s normal to go through a period of depression in early recovery. There are many reasons for it. The brain is recovering, the body is
As more states legalize the medical and recreational use of marijuana, it’s important to realize the full scope of consequences that can result. One new
College is an exciting time in a young person’s life, but it can also be a stressful time, especially as students learn to juggle the
As with other parts of recovery, the 12-step program is what members make of it. The more committed your loved one is toward the process,
Family participation is instrumental in a person’s recovery. However, you probably have questions about visiting your loved one in treatment. Are you allowed to visit?
Whether a person wants to admit it or not, an overdose is always in the back of their mind if they abuse drugs. They’re not the
When reading about treatment and recovery for a drug or alcohol addiction, you may come across terms like “overcome,” “conquered” or “defeated.” These words indicate
In today’s post, we want to discuss something very important that we feel doesn’t get enough attention. It has to do with the vulnerability that
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