Categoria: Sober living

It can also affect your sleep, increase inflammation in the body, and cause weight gain if you’re not careful about calories in those umbrella drinks. Plus, frequent urination expels sodium, potassium, and other elements and minerals needed for proper nerve, muscle, and general cell function, he adds. First, let’s look at the effects of alcohol on...

The career path is not a quick one, as it requires many years to attain licensure and certification. However, the end result is a profession that allows you to make a positive difference in people’s lives each day. Substance abuse counselors are included under the wider umbrella of addiction counselors, who typically must be licensed to practice....

When someone drinks alcohol for a prolonged period of time and then stops, the body reacts to its absence. This is alcohol withdrawal, and it causes uncomfortable physical and emotional symptoms. Alcohol abuse and withdrawal can have a dire impact on overall health by increasing seizure risk and causing other conditions like hypertension. We offer...

Our sober living takes guys out to eat randomly to bond, or even white water rafting. Every year we do something around Christmas to give back to the community. Last year we handed out over $1,000 dollars in gift cards to the homeless. Our sober living is different from other programs because we New Life...

When I stopped drinking alcohol, I was desperate to know the stories of other people who’d also taken this road less traveled. During the most unsettling time of my life, I craved all the messy, tragic, complex, wonderful stories that could show me what was on the other side. Nobody in my real life could...

At New Beginning Recovery, we’re committed to providing compassionate and effective addiction treatment services. Our virtual IOP is a comprehensive, online treatment option designed to provide high-quality care for individuals dealing with substance abuse and mental issues. This program is ideal for those who seek the effectiveness of intensive outpatient treatment but require the flexibility...

He moved into the new house to guide and support thenew roommates and hired a house manager for the original residence. Each Stepping Stones sober home has a Maverick House Review Review on-site house manager whose responsibility is to ensure the well being of the house occupants. All with at least one year of sobriety,...

A common psychoactive drug, alcohol, alters your consciousness, thoughts, and mood. It can be tempting to drink for the “mood-boosting” side effects, but this can lead to alcohol abuse or dependence on alcohol. It can also decrease feelings of anxiety and make some people chatty or sociable, even energized. It can also feel rewarding to...

Only 1.0 percent of people receive substance abuse treatment as an inpatient or outpatient at a specialty facility. The single most popular path is the use of peer support groups in the community. Gender-specific programs can focus on the particular needs of each gender, offering a more personalized approach to recovery. This means focusing on...

Today it may contain much higher percentages of THC and extracts can contain upwards of 50% or more of THC. THC in marijuana is strongly absorbed by fatty tissues in various organs. Generally, traces of THC can be detected by standard urine testing methods several days or more after a smoking session. In heavy chronic...