With September's arrival and the approach of fall, we commemorate the incredible journeys of individuals who have faced addiction. This month is dedicated to honoring their courage and highlighting the indispensable support systems that guide them toward recovery. The...
Animal-assisted therapy, also known as pet therapy, is an increasingly popular treatment used in addiction recovery. Animal-assisted therapy can help people with addiction build self-esteem, develop better communication and social skills, and increase their...
There are a lot of great (and often free) resources out there for addiction recovery. One of the most powerful is already in your pocket. Your phone gives you access to hundreds of sober apps like Alcoholics Anonymous directories, habit trackers, 12 Steps guides,...
Addiction is a complex disease; it affects your mental health, physical well-being, relationships, work, and more. For many, recovery is not simply a question of shaking off substance use – it requires an all-encompassing approach, a journey toward overall wellness....
In the complex world of addiction treatment, one particular approach stands out: harm reduction. Rather than pushing for immediate and total abstinence, this strategy aims to minimize the potential damage associated with substance misuse. Fentanyl test strips (FTS)...
The Mainstreaming Addiction Treatment Act of 2021, also called the MAT Act, was created to make it easier for healthcare providers to offer addiction treatment for those suffering from an opioid disorder. Before this act, practitioners had to get a special waiver from...
The opioid crisis continues to devastate communities across the United States, claiming the lives of over 70,000 people annually. As efforts to address this epidemic persist, harm reduction strategies are critical in saving lives and reducing the negative consequences...
How long opioids stay in your system is influenced by various factors. One of the most important ones is its half-life, a term we’ll explore later in the article. But things like body composition, history of drug abuse, and even the type of opioid you’re using plays a...
The opioid crisis has devastated the country but has been particularly disastrous to families and expecting mothers. The number of women who were pregnant while also having an opioid use disorder has quadrupled in the last 15 years. It is also linked to an increased...
If you, or someone you know, is recovering from opioid addiction -- odds are that you’ve heard about suboxone at some point. Suboxone is a powerful prescription drug used in opioid addiction treatment. It can save lives, but there is a lot of misinformation floating...
We want to know if you love a brand, company, or organization that you feel has helped you in your sobriety! Provide the name and URL for the brand, as well as why you love this brand. Brands can include anything from non-alcoholic beverages and sober merchandise companies to recovery bloggers and influencers.