Does Sober Living Really Have to Come After Treatment?
Only the best rehab programs will incorporate a sense of continued accountability, community involvement, and sober support networks. Addiction treatment programs with these aspects are proven to be more effective. Royal Life Centers at Sound Recovery includes sober living opportunities to act as transitional living, with the goal of preparing guests for independence- giving them […]
How Long is Drug Rehab For?
What is Outpatient Rehab? Outpatient rehabilitation programs are a less-structured, flexible aftercare option. With alcohol and substance use disorders, seeking further addiction treatment after attending a medical detox center is highly recommended. Continuing addiction treatment greatly increases your chance of success in lasting sobriety. Alcohol and substance abuse reaches far beyond medical detoxification; at Royal […]
What are the Main Signs of Alcohol Addiction?
Alcohol As a society, we are no stranger to alcohol. Alcohol is everywhere, available at convenience with a global impact. There are an estimated 16 million people suffering from Alcohol Use Disorder in the United States. Alcohol is often viewed as an acceptable substance to use, however, like with the compulsive use of any substance, it […]
Celebrities Who Died From Drug Overdoses in 2018
Celebrity overdoses have grown in frequency, just showing that fame does not protect people from the disheartening consequences of addiction. Drug and alcohol addiction affects millions of people every day in the United States alone. In fact, approximately 1 in 10 Americans over the age of 12 are addicted. Celebrities Addiction has an endless reach, […]
What Are Benzo Withdrawal Symptoms?
What are “Benzos”? Benzodiazepines or benzos are a class of medications most commonly used to treat anxiety. Benzodiazepines come in many brand name forms, including but not limited to: Xanax®, Klonopin®, Valium®, and Ativan®. A physical dependence can happen when you use and/or abuse benzodiazepines, resulting in a dangerous withdrawal process. A medical detox is […]
How To Support A Loved One In Addiction Rehab
When a loved one has entered into an addiction rehab there is much to celebrate. It is the first step in getting better after what is usually a devastating and rapid decline in physical and mental health. For the first time in a while, hope seems to be the prevailing emotion surrounding your loved one’s […]
How to Find The Right Sponsor
Finding the right sponsor for your recovery doesn’t have to be a challenge. So, you’ve decided to get sober. Bravo to you! You’ve completed detox and treatment. You may now even be in sober living. Perhaps you detoxed at home and started hitting 12-step meetings on your own. Either way, all are amazing accomplishments to […]
Will Relocating Help My Recovery?
Relocating can be an appealing option in recovery, especially early recovery, but it can also be an unhealthy form of escapism. A change of scenery may seem like the best thing for you when you are discouraged or when recovery is not going the way you had “planned.” The truth, however, is that recovery is […]
5 Things to Look for in a Sober Living Home
Following detox and inpatient treatment, some people choose to continue their recovery at the outpatient level and move into a sober living home or halfway house. Sober Home Environments Sober living homes could be either be a traditional house or apartment-style living residence. What sober homes and oxford houses have in common is providing a […]
What to Know About Dating in Recovery
Dating in recovery is a personal choice, like most things— however, dating can also be a massive trigger. It is important to understand that romantic relationships can be emotionally triggering, and avoiding triggers is best— especially in early recovery. Be weary of emotional dependence Relationships are, of course, about trust and building an emotional connection, […]
