What is High-Functioning Depression?
High-functioning depression is a type of depression that affects people who are able to maintain their everyday responsibilities despite feeling depressed. This can make it
How Do You Know When You Have a Substance Abuse Problem?
Cherie D. Tolley, Chief Executive Officer My mother used to tell my father “Denial is not a river in Egypt.” This was in relation to
Is Relapse Common in Drug Addiction Recovery?
According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, relapse rates for substance use disorders are between 40 and 60 percent, which means that more than
The Most Common Causes of a Drug Overdose
A drug overdose is a serious medical emergency that can be fatal. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, there were 92,000 drug overdose
Grounding Techniques to Use in Recovery
Before you made the decision to seek addiction treatment, you may have used drugs and alcohol to help you cope when you were feeling stressed,
Easing the Transition Back to Independent Living After Residential Addiction Treatment
Congratulations on completing your residential drug and alcohol addiction treatment program! You’ve worked hard and achieved an important milestone in your life. You’re ready to
