Alternatives to 12-Step Programs

Alternatives to 12-Step Programs

You Have Options Created as a component of Alcoholics Anonymous, 12-Step programs have become the go-to solution for many people. Nevertheless, they aren’t right for everyone. Perhaps you’ve already struggled through a 12-Step program and don’t want to find...
Living with a Dual Diagnosis

Living with a Dual Diagnosis

Grappling with a substance use disorder is already a formidable challenge. As with any disease that affects the brain, there are often additional complicating factors. Among the most common issue that gets tacked onto addiction is the presence of a mental health...
Taking Control of Pain in Recovery

Taking Control of Pain in Recovery

Battling addiction is difficult. Contending with pain is challenging. For those who must confront both at the same time, the stakes are raised that much higher. Take, for example, an individual who has had chronic back pain for years since a spinal surgery. The pain...