Substance abuse negatively impacted nearly half of the residents of Western North Carolina (WNC), according to a 2021 survey.1 Opioid use continues to be one…
How does recovery begin? The stages of addiction recovery start when someone recognizes that they live with addiction. Addiction does not happen quickly, and recovery takes…
For those struggling with heroin use, attending a center that specializes in heroin addiction treatment is often the best option for proper treatment. Heroin is…
While the word mantra originated as a Hindu “sacred utterance,” people use mantras every day to guide their efforts at home, at work, and at…
If you or a loved one suspects there may be an issue with alcohol consumption, you begin to think about necessary steps to help the…
National Recovery Month occurs annually in September. It celebrates the successes of those in recovery and of those still attempting to recover from mental health…
There is no one-size-fits-all treatment when it comes to recovering from drug addiction. It is essential to consider your individual needs to achieve the lasting…
When you decide to attend addiction treatment programs, group and individual counseling allow you to explore your substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health disorders with a…
Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health disorder that involves intense mood swings between extreme highs and severe lows. Many people with this disorder struggle…
Today, there is a broad range of addiction recovery programs available, but the option that most addiction treatment centers use is the 12-Step recovery model.…
