Inpatient Alcohol Treatment Phoenix: Get Better Today
Phoenix Inpatient and Outpatient Treatment: The Differences If you have been struggling with an alcohol use disorder and cannot stop drinking on your own, you may consider inpatient alcohol treatment Phoenix residents can access. One of the main questions you may have is what type of rehab you want to go to: outpatient rehab or […]
What Is Al-Anon?
When to Consider Joining a Family Group for Addiction Issues If you or a loved one knows someone who struggles with an addiction to drugs or alcohol, you may benefit from joining an Al-Anon group. What is Al-Anon? Al-Anon is a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope […]
8 Warning Signs of a Functioning Alcoholic
A Not-So-Obvious Problem When someone pictures an alcoholic, the image that comes to mind is a person who drinks too much, whose life is falling apart, and who is obviously constantly intoxicated. However, this is far from the reality for many people who are struggling with alcohol use disorder. Some people may appear just fine […]
Alcohol Rehab Arizona: Choosing the Best Option
Who Should Consider Alcohol Rehab? If you believe that alcohol is preventing you or a loved one from living a happy and fulfilling life, you may be thinking about alcohol rehab in Arizona. While not everyone whose life involves drinking needs to go to rehab, it can be an excellent solution for anyone who needs […]
Rehab Alumni Programs: Staying Connected After Finding Recovery
5 Reasons to Keep in Touch After a Rehab Program Leaving The River Source after completing a drug and alcohol rehab program is only the beginning of a lifelong journey in sobriety. Although you have made incredible strides in your recovery, you will need to continue practicing what you learned for many years. Staying in […]
How to Support Someone with an Alcohol Problem
Helping someone with an alcohol problem may sound good on paper, but it’s not exactly easy to do. Most of the time, alcoholics will deny that they have a problem. It’s common to hear: “I can quit whenever I want.” Or, “Everyone does it. I’m just having fun.” Even though you may not be able […]
September is National Recovery Month!
Welcome to September – or as we in the recovery community know it as – National Recovery Month! Every September, SAMHSA sponsors Recovery Month to raise awareness and help others better understand substance abuse disorders. This month is also a time to celebrate those who are going through recovery, whether they are new to the […]
What Does it Mean to Have a 12-Step Sponsor?
It’s not uncommon for people to have hesitations about sponsorship when they are new to recovery. Some people think that a sponsor is like a parent – a person that tells them what to do and when to do it. It’s also a concern that the sponsor will judge them and their approach to recovery. […]
Tips for a Sober Memorial Day
Kick off your shoes and bust out those grills – Memorial Day weekend is almost here! Memorial Day is one of the most popular summer holidays to celebrate because it marks the start of summer, the changing weather and the opening of swimming pools and water parks. Like other summer holidays, alcohol also tends to […]
How Long Does Alcohol Withdrawal Last?
Facing alcohol addiction is never easy, but once the decision is made, healing can begin. Whether it’s yourself or a loved one that will be going through the alcohol withdrawal process, you probably have some questions about what the journey entails. How long does it take for withdrawal symptoms to surface? How long do alcohol […]