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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…