You might think at first that being sober in college might sound boring or even scary, but when you experience college life without drinking or partying you begin to learn many crucial and important life lessons.
Meth (or methamphetamine) is a potent stimulant that may trigger dependence or addiction, right after the first use. Once the body adjusts to having meth in the system, the individual may crave more of it just to avoid feeling sick. If you or a loved one is struggling with meth addiction, you may reach out…
Do not ignore your feelings. Avoid keeping secrets. Disregard the opinions of others. Do not grow overconfident.
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College can be a stressful time. Students are independent for their first time all while juggling academics, work, health, organizations, internships, and social life. Often times students turn to alcohol and drugs to help them socialize, study, and relax. Here are ways to help students (whether or not in recovery) keep away from the ever popular party scene associated with college life.
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.
It can be a bit difficult or a little awkward welcoming back a fellow employee after they have been absent for mental health reasons or a professionals rehab program. Historically these issues have been traditionally taboo and are generally loaded with stigma. You might ask yourself: How do I act? Do I ask about it…
Here at Coalition Recovery, we specialize in getting your life back on track. We do this by not only treating addiction through our student rehab program but implementing the life skills and resources needed to obtain success in life. We help anyone looking for or currently seeking a degree. By placing like-minded individuals who all…
Many students hesitate to seek treatment due to the fact that they are not able to accomplish both at the same time. If you are a student struggling with substance abuse, rest assured you do not have to choose between education and receiving treatment. Multiple standards are set in place at universities to accommodate these…
What is AfterCare? Aftercare is the time period after someone leaves substance abuse treatment. It is actually a very important piece in the recovery process because, without the proper care, the client can return to the same environment that lead them to addiction in the first place. Today there is little to no standard for…
Beginning the recovery process is filled with uncertainty, confusion, and apprehensiveness. Finding a sponsor is the best way to dispel these feelings. A sponsor is an alcoholic who has made some progress in the recovery program and shares that experience on a continuous, individual basis with another alcoholic who is attempting to attain or maintain…