Substance addiction is one of the most prevalent and dangerous addictions that thousands of people face daily. Whether someone is addicted to drugs or alcohol…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 29, 2022
“Weed” is one of the many slang terms that refer to the dried, cured flowers from any plant in the cannabis family. This herbal substance…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 6, 2022
When you hear or read discussions about drug or alcohol dependence, you hear most about the physical and chemical dependency created when someone becomes addicted…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 6, 2022
Long-term successful recovery after quitting drug use or substance use can be very challenging for some people. Depending on the drugs or substances that were…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 6, 2022
The word addiction can be a broad spectrum for many people. Some people see addiction as a problem with drugs, alcohol, dirty websites, or gambling.…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 6, 2022
When people discuss substance abuse disorders and other similarly diagnosed disorders, they often refer to the DSM 5 criteria. But what exactly is the DSM…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 5, 2022
Marijuana is one of the most popular substances used today. While it may seem harmless on the surface, maybe even fun, it remains a dangerous…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 5, 2022
By definition, a "sex addiction" is described as a compulsive need to perform sexual acts to achieve a “fix,” much as someone with a substance…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 2, 2022
Many people have concluded that addiction to drugs or alcohol is a disease. Because it is now becoming more acceptable in society to treat it…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 2, 2022
Located just outside Austin, Texas, Cedar Park and Leander value themselves as a family-friendly community. With its great school systems and numerous employment opportunities, Leander…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 2, 2022
People often use substances to relax, unwind, or otherwise enjoy themselves, and this presents a danger when hazardous and illegal substances are used. But more…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 2, 2022
Located in the beautiful hill country on the southern shores of Lake Travis, Lakeway is a sought-after place not only to unwind for the weekend…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 2, 2022
‘Tis the season for family and friend get-togethers to celebrate the holidays. As exciting as this time of year can be for many people, for…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 2, 2022
You’ve finally decided that you need help with your drug/alcohol addiction. You have decided that the best option to treat your addiction is by going…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 2, 2022
It is not uncommon for people to consume alcohol to alleviate stress and anxiety. This can be especially pertinent during holiday seasons when some people…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 2, 2022
Alcoholism is a disease. Because people with this disease do not choose this illness, coping mechanisms for recovery are essential to ensure lasting sobriety. The…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 1, 2022
It can be overwhelming and challenging to enter into the “real world” in early sobriety, especially if one has been removed from all the temptations…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 1, 2022
An intervention is an act of intervening and confronting someone in hopes that any destructive or problematic behavior of the individual will change. This is…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 1, 2022
Alcoholism and drug addiction is a family disease that affects not only the alcoholic/addict but everyone in their family and friend system. As such, recovery…
Amanda Stevens, BSJuly 1, 2022
