For many people attempting to recover from a drinking problem, relapse is an unfortunate part of the recovery process. Starting relapse prevention therapy can help you or a loved one prepare for the possibility of relapse, reduce your risk, and maintain your sobriety for years to come. Starting treatment with Promises can provide you with …
Modern recovery programs understand the value of offering a variety of experiential and mindfulness treatments. A yoga therapy program, for instance, can add a new dimension to traditional talk and group therapies. It is considered a complementary treatment, which means it doesn’t replace core modalities but is instead used alongside them. Yoga offers several benefits …
Recovering from addiction is a monumental step in reclaiming control over one’s life. However, maintaining sobriety is an ongoing process, fraught with challenges and the potential for relapse. Understanding the importance of relapse prevention is vital for anyone on this path. Let’s take a closer look at the causes of relapse, techniques for its prevention, …
Recovery from addiction is a journey fraught with challenges, and relapse is an ever-present danger. Various triggers in our daily lives, such as stress, social pressures, or even certain locations, can lead to a relapse. Recognizing the signs of a relapse and understanding how to navigate the journey post-relapse is crucial for anyone in early …
One of the most difficult parts of getting sober if you’re battling a substance use disorder is detoxification. Drinking orange juice is an easy way to alleviate some of the symptoms of withdrawal during detox. At Promises, we offer addiction treatment services to help you recover. Learn more by calling 844.875.5609. Withdrawal and Orange Juice: …
One of the most daunting experiences after getting treatment at an alcohol rehab center is knowing where to find fun sober activities and new sober friends to participate with you. But have no fear. Let’s consider some suggestions that can serve as a great starting place for your new and most exciting sober life. Of …
Eating disorders aren’t about food. Rather, they have everything to do with a distorted body image. Two conditions stand out. When struggling with bulimia vs. anorexia, where do you find help? To learn more about bulimia treatment, call us today at 844.875.5609. Bulimia vs. Anorexia: Differences and Similarities Eating disorders are a complex form of …
You’ve decided getting sober is now what you’d like to do. What’s next? The next step is to acknowledge that you have an addiction and ask for help to overcome it. This is the most important decision before you. It won’t come easily, but you can arrive at it. Ask yourself this: Do I want …
There’s an old saying that you’re only as old as you feel. But that’s just telling half of the story. When it comes to those of us of a “certain age,” whatever that age may be, who have been comfortably ensconced in our particular drug of choice for many a year, it may often mean …
Thinking about your fresh start after drug rehab may find you fondly reminiscing about the good old days. You may think about the times you caroused and partied with your “old friends” before getting serious and getting clean. But there’s an insidious danger in falling prey to these kinds of thoughts. And there’s definitely a …