How to Prevent a Relapse After Rehab
What is a Relapse? A relapse is when a recovering individual stops maintaining their goals of reducing or avoiding the use of drugs and alcohol and returns to previous levels of use. Repetitive substance abuse causes the body to get used to and reliant on drugs or alcohol, which can cause continual cravings even when […]
Why Do People Relapse Years After Being Clean?
We hear the stories all the time. A lawyer or athlete or actress who has been clean for 10 years or more suddenly relapses. It can make for good TV or news briefs, but for you, it’s real life. What would make someone turn to drugs or alcohol after being sober for 20 years? Getting […]
Is Relapse More Common Over the Holidays?
The holidays can be a stressful time. People tend to overextend themselves socially, physically and financially. You can find countless articles online on this very subject – some funny, some serious. Holiday stress is a very real and very understandable thing. We can just imagine how stressful it can be for recovering addicts. A simple […]
Drink Up! How Water Can Boost Your Recovery
Recovery is more than stopping the use of drugs and alcohol. This is a time for the body to repair itself. To accomplish this, recovering addicts must focus on eating a nutritious, well-balanced diet that consists of vegetables, fruits, whole grains and lean meats. However, many people forget the importance of hydration. Keeping the body […]
Returning to College in Recovery
One of the best things about seeking professional treatment for a substance abuse problem is that you have a second chance at life. This may include starting your dream job, raising your family or returning to school. Each path has unique challenges. By being honest with yourself, you can develop strategies for dealing with the […]
Breaking the Cycle of Codependency
When you’re close to someone who has a drug or alcohol problem, it’s only natural that the relationship has some level of worry, fear, stress and anxiety. What happens if your husband doesn’t come home? What will your daughter do if you stop giving her money? With so much going on in these types of […]
New Study Documents the Importance of Continuing Care
At The River Source, we have always believed in the importance of continuing care following treatment. While time spent in rehab is vital, it’s not enough to continue lifelong sobriety. An effective treatment plan should always include aftercare and support services. Addiction is Chronic. Continuing Care is Necessary A recent report from the Substance Abuse […]
How to Spot an Addict in Relapse
When your loved one returns home from treatment, the recovery process is not complete. Recovery is an ongoing process that has its fair share of good and bad days. In time, things get easier, but relapse is never out of the question. When recovering addicts face stressful situations, it’s possible for them to return to […]
Sober Bars & Clean Spring Breaks
It’s that time of the year again – spring break! Whether you’ve been invited to grab drinks after work or asked to attend a baseball game, most places that young people are invited to at this time of the year are overflowing with alcohol. In fact, for those in their 20s, alcohol can be a […]
Best Addiction Recovery Apps of 2017
If there’s one benefit to being in addiction recovery today, it’s technology. Thanks to a wide range of apps that can be downloaded in a few seconds, you never have to be alone in your recovery. Mobile apps provide ongoing support, resources, and tools. Though they are not a replacement for attending your support groups […]