Summer is a time for many to let loose and enjoy the sun. For young adults in recovery, the summer is loaded with pressures and [...]

Despite how many parents feel, experimentation with drugs and alcohol is not “just a phase.” Teens using such substances are in danger of so much [...]

Having fun while in your 20s and managing the temptations associated with exciting activities is a balancing act. To thoroughly enjoy yourself while remaining sober, [...]

Entering recovery is a huge step on the path to creating a better life for yourself; however, just like any big change, it can present [...]

Getting help and admitting you have an addiction is the first step on the long road of recovery. Even once you acknowledge an addiction, though, [...]

Substance abuse in teenagers is dangerous for a number of reasons. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, teens are especially vulnerable to [...]

College is a thrilling experience. Meeting new people, finding subjects you're passionate about and maybe living independently for the first time are all exciting opportunities. [...]

Our body does things every day that we have little to no awareness of — like breathing, the rate at which our hearts beat and [...]

Entering treatment for drug or alcohol use is a big step, and it can be a stressful one when you have a job. Starting [...]

Unfortunately, many seasonal activities are associated with drinking as the weather gets warmer. Before recovery you may have enjoyed a cold beer after doing yardwork, [...]

Reviewed by Jodi Jaspan, MS, LPC In order to provide the best client care, mental health professionals must know when to consider a referral. [...]

An addiction assessment is the first step on the journey to long-term recovery from a substance use disorder. When entering an addiction treatment center, [...]