The Long-Term Side Effects of Adderall Use
When a person struggles with the symptoms of ADD, ADHD, or narcolepsy, the symptoms can make living a normal life difficult. Stimulant drugs like Adderall have been prescribed by…
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During my twenty-five year career in substance abuse treatment, I’ve frequently heard family members (and clients) insist that "Alcohol isn't his/her/my problem - drugs are!" and "Alcoholism isn't his/her/my problem - addiction is!" as if the same principles of recovery from chemical dependency don't apply to any dysfunctional situation where alcohol either isn't present or isn't present enough to be identified as the primary drug-of-choice.
Read moreWhen a person struggles with the symptoms of ADD, ADHD, or narcolepsy, the symptoms can make living a normal life difficult. Stimulant drugs like Adderall have been prescribed by…
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By: Melissa F., The Rehab Center Alumna The first time it happened, I was out in the middle of nowhere. I remember looking up at the sky, with this warm, fuzzy, feeling…
Read morePeople tend to focus on alcohol when they’re celebrating a holiday, which may feel isolating. It’s easy to assume there’s no way to enjoy New Year’s without alcohol, but that’s simply not true. Here are 17 great ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve while you’re in recovery.
Read moreChristmas is difficult for recovering alcoholics. Unfortunately, you can’t avoid Christmas altogether. You can, however, enjoy the holiday with your loved ones without the risk of relapse. Here’s our guide to surviving Christmas as a recovering alcoholic.
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By: Rosie C., The Rehab Center Alumna Life over three years ago looked like this: my son felt sorry for me, my daughter hadn’t spoken to me for over two years, my…
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In not only being a Veteran, but also as a United States Marine. And for anyone that has ever met a Marine, we carry that title with a FIERCE sense of pride. The bravado is what some may call, “obnoxious”. But, I digress…
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Before The Rehab Center, I was sick – mentally, emotionally, and physically. Residue of this lingered for a long time but I took it day by day, and eventually the recovery phase came. Although, I will say that it was not easy…
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It’s November already! That means the holidays are upon us and I don’t know about you, but things are starting to get busy around my house. This cooler weather leaves me craving comfort food, and getting really excited for Thanksgiving dinner…
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By: Michael Murphy, Alumni Coordinator Before I begin, if you are expecting a blog on marriage, this ain’t it. Sorry, but this is what I immediately thought of when I…
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