There Are Many Pathways to Recovery
The first time I tried to get sober, I followed two friends into recovery and did exactly what they did. It lasted about two months—which was a lifetime of sobriety for me then, but a lot shorter than I meant to make it. When I got sober this time, nearly eight years ago and six […]
Coping With Sleep Issues in Recovery
Addiction significantly impacts sleep. People in active alcohol addiction may think drinking is the only way they can fall asleep (I did), but alcohol is associated with sleep disturbances and related disorders like sleep apnea. 25-72% of people in treatment for alcohol use disorder report sleep problems.[1] Cocaine, on the other hand, can cause insomnia. […]
5 Signs You Are Addicted to Prescription Drugs
Prescription drugs are a common part of daily life. People across the country are prescribed medications like benzos, opioids, Adderall, and SSRIs every day. What most people don’t know is that it’s easy to develop a dependence on prescription drugs. For many, prescription drug abuse happens slowly. While prescription drugs may seem more benign than […]