by Valiant | Mar 26, 2013 | Addiction treatment, relapse prevention
The right substance abuse treatment facility or program is critical if you want to get a permanent recovery and lasting results. There are some tips that can help you make an informed decision and get the desired results that you want and need. These include: Look for...
by Valiant | Feb 8, 2013 | Addiction treatment, cocaine use, Drug abuse, relapse prevention, teen drug use
The statistics for cocaine show some surprising trends, and this drug is on the rise in many areas. Both the powdered form and crack cocaine have been found in increasing amounts in many cities, and the drug is devastating urban areas across the nation. Emergency...
by Valiant | Jan 24, 2013 | Addiction treatment, heroin use, relapse prevention
Out of all the drug addictions that are difficult to recover from why is heroin one of the hardest? One of the biggest reasons according to medical science and all of the addiction studies is the intense physical sickness and the physical withdrawal symptoms that the...
by Valiant | Jan 17, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, relapse prevention
When you have substance abuse issues it is easy to think that no one understands, and that you are the only one who has ever been in this situation. Support groups are made up of your peers, others who share common problems or types of substance abuse. These meetings...
by Valiant | Jan 4, 2013 | relapse prevention
1. Get out and spend time with friends and family. Being social does not have to involve alcohol or drugs, and there are a large number of venues where you will not be tempted. Connect with those you care about so that your reasons for staying sober are easy to...
by Valiant | Jan 1, 2013 | Addiction treatment, relapse prevention
Whether you have made a resolution to stop drinking after the ball drops or you are already in recovery and you want to stay that way through 2013 this goal does not have to be difficult. It is important to remember all of the reasons that you want to stay sober, and...