For many in recovery, painkillers can be a scary thing to encounter. The need to remain sober and stay away from addictive substances is imperative,…

Synthetic drugs, also known as “designer” or “club” drugs, can be extremely dangerous.  Synthetic drugs are drugs that have been chemically created, enhanced, and/or copied…

Addiction can be hard to recognize or bring up with your family.  Most importantly, you have completed the first step to healing — recognizing you…

For those who struggle with addiction, creating healthy boundaries in everyday life and within relationships is crucial. Relational changes before and after addiction can be…

Shame, by definition, means a painful feeling of distress or humiliation which is consciously perceived. Some may feel that “shame” comes from others’ perceptions of…