Overcoming Alcoholism While in College

Young in Recovery Getting Sober While in College I took my first sip of lukewarm beer at a house party when I was 16 years old. Still in high school (and still rather straight-laced), I said to myself, “This is disgusting, what am I doing,” and continued to put the majority of my mental effort […]

Addressing Depression & Addiction in Treatment

Co-Occurring Disorders The Link Between Depression & Xanax Addiction We all feel sad from time to time. Generally these feelings stem from a set of circumstances. Maybe we lose a job we enjoyed, a romantic relationship comes to a bitter end, or a beloved pet runs away. Over time, as the pain begins to fade, […]

What is a Typical Day Like in Detox?

A Day In Medical Detox What a Typical Day Looks Like in Detox You have finally made the decision to take control of your life and enter into medical detox. Chances are, you don’t feel completely confident in your decision to seek professional help. Not only is addiction a disease of denial, but there is […]