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The Evidence and History of Rehab
People throughout history showed evidence of not being able to control how much they drink. Some of them also struggled with becoming dependent on drugs and couldn’t stop using. However, the kind of treatments used to help people stay sober … Continue reading
Tips for Finding a Job After Rehab
Searching for employment is a stressful situation for anyone and may be even more stressful for those who are returning to work after being in rehab. However, finding and maintaining a job is an important part of sobriety.
Finding Work After Recovery
Finding work after recovery can be very difficult. But don’t worry: it’s possible. Work after recovery is complex especially if you have a criminal record. You may need to work with your rehab support system, but once you do start … Continue reading
How to Find a Good, Affordable Rehab Program
Making the decision to enter rehab to battle your addiction is an incredible milestone in of itself, so congratulations are in order for choosing to embrace sobriety and a new to live. However, many rehab facilities are incredibly expensive, making … Continue reading
What If I Can’t Afford Rehab?
Many people in 12-step recovery do not go to rehab. You can go to 12-step meetings and start a recovery program that works for you with a support system. Rehab has become more common as addiction and the overdose rate … Continue reading
What Should I Bring with Me to Rehab?
Making the decision to enter a substance abuse treatment is a big step in a person’s life. This is a time to focus on yourself; your needs and what it will take to get things back on track for future … Continue reading
A New Chapter when Leaving Rehab or Leaving College
When you made the decision to enter rehab or sober living, your loved ones probably jumped for joy. Likely there was a talk of getting the “old you” back and putting this addiction business in the past. There is a … Continue reading
You Don’t “Graduate” From Addictions
Graduations are well-known as a rite of passage: from kindergarten, from grade school, from high school and from college. In each of these situations, you are given a set of tools and sent off into the next stage of life … Continue reading
How Many Recovery Meetings Should I Go to in a Week?
When you’re in recovery, the number of meetings you attend affects your ability to get well. As a result, you need to develop a strategy to fit the right number of meetings into your program. When planning your schedule, consider … Continue reading
Is Rehab for Me?
If you are struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, you should give serious consideration to rehab. Many addicts think that rehab isn’t for them, but rehab can really kick-start the healing process. While there are several different treatment types, one … Continue reading