As a mother in recovery, I have had quite the experience of raising two beautiful children while also working a full-time job and maintaining my sobriety. Recovery is full of ups and downs for all of us, and especially adventurous for the mothers in recovery. By nature, mothers are often nurturing, compassionate ... Read More
The Dangers of Driving Stoned
In December 2019, legal marijuana sales began in the state of Michigan, the 11th state to take the ban on recreational use of the drug off the books since Colorado and Washington became the first to do so in 2012. As of the end of 2019, 33 states currently allow people with a doctor's permission to use marijuana. ... Read More
Afrin & Other Nasal Spray Addiction
What Is Afrin? Afrin is a popular nasal spray used to temporarily relieve nasal congestion due to colds, allergies and sinusitis. Afrin contains water and a chemical called oxymetazoline, a topical decongestant exerting vasoconstricting properties. Vasoconstricting agents cause narrowing of blood vessels and ... Read More
Can Drug Addicts Change?
It’s happened again. Your loved one has promised to change, not to use drugs or drink alcohol, and yet, here you are, facing their broken promise. You’ve tried time and time again to forgive, forget and have hope. Now, you're wondering, does addiction last a lifetime? Is there any real hope of not having to deal ... Read More
Toluene & Benzene: The Huffer’s High
What Is Huffing? Inhaling, or huffing, chemicals such as gasoline, paint thinner and adhesives containing toluene and benzene produces a high similar to alcohol intoxication — loss of inhibition, slurred speech, euphoria, dizziness and disorientation. Most inhalants are central nervous system depressants that are ... Read More
How to Talk in AA and Group Therapy – An Etiquette Primer
If you've never gone to group therapy or A.A. meetings, you may not be sure about the rules or what you can say or do in the meeting. Depending on your amount of time, you may feel obligated to share something of 'value' or make a good impression. What you should focus on instead is getting the most out of the ... Read More
FHE Health Scholarship | Providing a Future in Addiction & Mental Healthcare
From now until January 15, 2020, the national behavioral health provider FHE Health is accepting scholarship applications from college-level and graduate students—as well as rising college freshmen—who are pursuing a career to help those with mental health and addiction needs. The “Hope for Healing” Scholarship will ... Read More
Is Too Much Screen-Time Affecting Your Mental Health
How much time do you spend in front of screens each day? The average screen time, by age, can be surprising for most people. People spend numerous hours each day in front of smartphones, laptops, tablets and other devices for school, work, and recreation. Most people feel some guilt about the amount of time they spend ... Read More
