The number of teens and young adults who report using cigarettes has been steadily declining over the years. Information about the dangers of smoking and changes in trends may have contributed to lower rates of smoking among young people. In [...]
The concept of hitting rock bottom is a traditional view of addiction that many people believe is a crucial part of the process of quitting. The idea behind rock bottom is that the person with an addiction will finally reach [...]
The opioid crisis has taken its toll on the U.S. with the staggering number of deaths from overdose and the growing need for treatment resources. More than 130 people die from an opioid overdose every day in the country and [...]
Technological advances are making it possible to stay accountable while you are in recovery. A new smartphone app allows people to take a breathalyzer test that will help ensure that their blood alcohol level is at a safe level. The [...]
Most people that have gone through recovery understand that quitting an addiction is not something that happens immediately when you give up drinking or using drugs. Abstinence is only the first step in a very long process that requires lots [...]
