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Figuring out how to pay for addiction treatment can be challenging. Here are some tips to help you get started and on your way to recovery.

Sobriety Date: March 23, 2020 Discovering himself College Student Dependable friend Music artist Mountainside Treatment Center · Atticus A. Transcript Atticus described substance use as a roller coaster. Each time he smoked weed or took pills, he wanted to challenge himself to go on the more intense ride. Eventually, it became too much and something […]

Having trouble forgiving a loved one struggling with addiction? Clinician Gabrielle Wynschenk analyzes how and why forgiveness is such a powerful force.

Labyrinth walking is a powerful complement to traditional recovery tools, serving as a “moving meditation” with a single, continuous path that promotes mindful movement and spiritual healing. This practice helps in addiction recovery by reducing anxiety, enhancing focus, and redirecting neural pathways to lessen cravings. The three stages of the walk, which are Release (in), […]

Sweat lodges are sacred indigenous structures that heal the mind and body. Keep reading to discover how they can benefit your recovery.

Setting boundaries is essential in addiction recovery not just for the family, but the person with the substance use disorder themselves. Here's why.

Teen e-cigarette use has exploded in recent years. With higher nicotine content and cheaper prices, understanding what e-cigarettes are and their effects is crucial.

If you enjoy listening to music or have that favorite song you love to blast on repeat, then you’ve already experienced some of the healing powers of sound. Enjoyed by all walks of life, sound baths can help you relax and de-stress after a long day or a rough patch in recovery. Continue reading to […]

Candy shares the ups and downs of her child's struggle with addiction nearly 20 years ago. The mother of 3 reflects on her life back then and how it has changed today.

Moving your body is a great way to improve your mental and physical health in recovery. Read this guide to know where to start.

Sobriety Date: 9/11/2001 Loving Husband and Father Grateful Dead Fan (Deadhead) AA and Wellness Advocate Pat struggled with substance abuse most of his early life trying to run from his problems rather than face them. After many obstacles, a few attempts to get sober, and a bit of self-discovery, Pat is now living a beautiful […]

Learn how getting enough sleep benefits your health, and why developing healthy sleep habits is vital to recovering from drug addiction.