There was a man, sober for many decades, watching his adult son come to terms with his addiction to alcohol. The man asked a mutual...
Why Cold Turkey Detox Isn’t Safe
Should anyone attempt to detox from drugs or alcohol at home without any medical supervision? The short answer is no. When Jack...
Safety in Numbers: Sticking Close to the Addiction Recovery Herd After Treatment
What other medical condition requires recovering patients to change their social circle? Recovery from diabetes means changing your...
Unraveling Dual Diagnosis and Other Medical Jargon
Dual diagnosis. Sounds a bit ominous, doesn’t it? It’s not as scary as it sounds. In fact, dual diagnosis is common and simply a...
How to Stay Sober and Sane During the Holidays When You Have a Perfectly Imperfect Family
Many of us look at Norman Rockwell’s famous paintings of happy families during the holidays—paintings like “I’ll Be Home for...
How to Support a Newly Recovering Addict
Expectations are a challenge when it comes to a loved one in recovery. It’s easy to think, “They’re finally in recovery, so all...
