After you have been in treatment for benzodiazepine abuse, you need to take into consideration some of the unique circumstances surrounding addiction to this medication. There are many different drugs classified as benzodiazepines, which are sometimes called benzos. This form of...
Learning to lead a sober life requires a lifetime commitment to a journey that occurs one day at a time. Once you complete addiction treatment, the next step toward recovery is to implement daily the coping strategies you learned in rehab. This task will be easier if you become more and...
A negative self-image is directly linked to low self-esteem, which greatly contributes to drug and alcohol abuse and  addiction. A person’s self-image is the overall picture she has of herself, including the extent of her abilities, ideas, opinions, looks, attractiveness and worth....
A big part of alcohol addiction recovery is protecting yourself from alcohol after treatment ends. During rehab, there is no access to alcohol of any kind, so the challenge of saying “no” to alcohol is not part of one’s daily routine. However, once treatment ends and you or your...
As with many things in life, addiction recovery can occasionally seem stagnant. These plateaus along the way are a normal part of the experience, so the important lesson to remember is not to let any time of stagnation derail all the progress you have already made. If you recognize the...
If you or a loved one struggles with addiction, then talking about your recovery journey can feel overwhelming. Hiding your addiction and your attempts to get clean may seem like a good way to protect those you care about, but carrying the burden of addiction and recovery alone can make...
When people overcome substance abuse or addiction, they often maintain a powerful connection to others involved in the recovery process. In fact, people who succeed in addiction recovery often feel called to help others who are going through similar situations. These people may become...
Most people use a routine for their daily lives, and when you are recovering from an addiction you may find it helpful to develop a new routine that supports sobriety. Establishing and following a routine while overcoming addiction can help in many ways and could help you continue to...
Addiction recovery can have different definitions, but the way someone defines recovery can significantly impact her life after addiction treatment ends. Some people view recovery as simply completing a rehab program or getting sober, but this inaccurate view contributes to people falling...
Whether you just choose to quit drugs or you are several years into your recovery, the idea of staying sober for the rest of your life can be intimidating. While thinking of recovery in terms of years or decades can be overwhelming, viewing your recovery on a short-term scale can maintain...
Addiction recovery is a daunting experience for anyone, but young adults face certain unique challenges that can make it even more difficult. On both a physical and psychological level, teens and college students face an uphill battle when they try to confront the disease of addiction....
Addiction recovery requires a lot of effort and time. One of the most crucial decisions you’ll ever make in your life is to end substance abuse and addiction. However, that is only the beginning of your journey. Addiction recovery is a process and there are many speed bumps...