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What is outpatient rehab?
Outpatient rehab is a versatile and effective treatment for substance use disorder, designed for people seeking recovery while maintaining their daily routines. For some, committing to a residential program is a challenge as they face barriers such as work, family...
Navigating rehab together: Relationships and recovery
Entering rehab is taking a giant step towards reclaiming your life from the grips of addiction; however, when you’re in a relationship, the decision to seek treatment can feel more complex. It’s completely natural to have concerns about how rehab may impact your...
What does sobriety mean?
Sobriety generally refers to the state of being sober. This is a physiological and psychological state of being unaffected by intoxicants. When it comes to Substance Use Disorder, sobriety is often associated with abstaining from the consumption of these substances....
Turn the page and unlock your potential
As we turn the page on the calendar (or hang a new one entirely), it’s a great time to embark on a transformational journey and unlock your potential. If you or a loved one is grappling with addiction, this year can mark the beginning of a new chapter. Setting goals...
7 Tips for staying sober during the silly season
The end of year is often associated with joy and festivities. However, for those in recovery it can be a challenging time filled with triggers and temptations. With the right strategies, you can navigate the silly season while staying committed to your recovery. Here...
Non alcoholic drinks: The pros and cons if you’re in recovery
In recent years the market for non alcoholic drinks has seen a significant surge in popularity. Not only from people who suffer from an alcohol substance use disorder, but also from an increase in general health awareness. Non alcoholic drinks mimic the taste and...
How to get sober
Are you looking for a quick way to sober up? Unfortunately, there isn’t anything you can do to speed up the process of lowering your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Your liver just needs time to filter your blood and remove the alcohol from your system. However,...
Understanding codependency in recovery
Codependency and addiction are two complex issues which often intertwine. Understanding the relationship between them can help with developing healthier and more balanced lives for all involved. What is codependency? Codependency is a relationship dynamic whereby an...
Getting sober without rehab
There is no one size fits all when it comes to addiction recovery. Some important steps when tackling an addiction is understanding what addiction is and how it works as well as strategies to change. Addiction treatment services provide insight into addiction...
What happens after rehab?
There was probably a time where getting to rehab seemed like an impossible feat. When the idea of going into a program felt scary or impossible, and seemed useless or perhaps even completely unnecessary. However, you got yourself there. You accepted you needed to...