What is Enabling?
“Enabling is different from helping and supporting in that it allows the enabled person to be irresponsible.”
Should you Force Someone Into Rehab?
Seeing a loved one in active addiction is difficult. We want to do everything in our power to help get them back to a healthier place but it can be hard to know how to help in the most effective manner; even then they might not want help.
Signs of an Alcoholic Relapse
Relapses happen. Hopefully as loved ones we can recognize the signs to prevent them when possible and in the event that they do happen, how to handle them appropriately.
5 Celebrities You May Be Surprised Struggled With Addiction
Addiction affects all walks of life, from your next door neighbor to some A-list celebrities. Follow these people’s actions and be open about your struggles. This is the only way to get help and move forward.
6 Ways to Help Your Loved One Stay Sober
Recovery is a lifelong process that requires continual management and fostering. For those of us who are a part of the lives of a person in recovery, there are things we can do to help make the process easier and ensure their best chances for long-term success. Learn how you can help!
Halfway Housing – What is It?
Halfway houses allow individuals new to sobriety and recovery to live in an environment free from any stressors that could impact their progress. They use a peer-oriented, social model approach that emphasizes mutual support, financial self-sufficiency, and resident involvement in decision making and management of the facility.