It has often been said that substance addiction affects nearly every aspect of a person's life. For some, even their sleep doesn't always afford them an escape from the effects of drug addiction. Dreaming about using drugs or alcohol is not uncommon among people in recovery, especially during the early days of their ... Read More
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Religious Stigmas of Drug Use, from an Interfaith Perspective
In many faiths, a lot of emphasis is placed on cultivating self-control, denying base impulses, and leading a disciplined life. In environments in which drug or alcohol use is seen as an indulgence, it can be very difficult for individuals to get the help they need with addiction. Addictions in religious environments ... Read More
How to Gauge Readiness to Return to Work After Rehab
Inpatient rehab provides clients with the opportunity to set their normal responsibilities and routines aside and focus solely on their recovery from substance use or mental illness. However, staying in this type of treatment indefinitely can be counterproductive as well as expensive. Transitioning back to normal life ... Read More
A Step-by-Step Guide for Starting Over After Rehab
Addiction can disrupt virtually every aspect of an individual's life, from their financial stability to their interpersonal relationships. After completing rehab, they may feel overwhelmed by the changes they need to make. Change is an essential aspect of sobriety—not just ending the cycle of addiction itself, but ... Read More
Recovery Insights from Judaism
Many people in long-term recovery from substance abuse and addiction have attributed their success to an active spiritual and/or religious life. For example, they might be heavily involved in a local church, mosque, or synagogue, where they've found spiritual support, an outlet for service, and/or a sense of belonging. ... Read More
Can You Be a Police Officer With a Mental Illness?
Twenty percent of American adults are living with a mental health disorder, equating to 1 in 5 adults. This statistic reflects the fact that mental health disorders are common and nothing to be ashamed of. Mental disorders like depression, anxiety and other types of mood disorders can arise for a number of reasons. ... Read More
How Sobriety Headlined Super Bowl Halftime
The 2022 Super Bowl provided a spectacular halftime show. Millions of Americans and people around the globe watched as the NFL featured several of the top stars in hip-hop music. However, this was more than a celebration of the music loved by many. The country's recovery community applauded the hard-earned sobriety of ... Read More
How to Lean on Spirituality for Help in a Crisis
The nationwide lockdowns that came during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on the ways people around the world connected with others, fulfilled school and work obligations and took care of their own mental health. For Philip Baldwin, faith was essential for making it through three months ... Read More
















