7 Warning Signs You Are Heading for a RelapseRelapse PreventionBy PromisesJuly 19, 2010The sad truth is that many people who try to recover from addiction to alcohol or drugs do not stay in recovery. Although relapse may be common, rarely does it occur without warning. There are usually significant behaviors that can signal that the recovering person is at high risk for relapse. It is critical for… Details
One in Eight Emergency Room Visits Related to Mental Illness or Substance AbuseNewsBy PromisesJuly 12, 2010Of the 95 million emergency room visits estimated that occurred in 2007, 12 million of them were attributed to a mental disorder, substance abuse condition, or both. According to a new statistical report from Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), one in eight visits by adults to hospital emergency departments was related to the… Details
How to Overcome the Tough Part in Early RecoveryRecoveryBy PromisesJuly 2, 2010If you’re new to recovery and wonder what it’s all about, or you are experiencing some uncertainty and discomfort and are afraid you may not make it, you’re not alone. The fact is that recovery, like treatment for addiction, is unique to each person. Some people say they go right back to their lives (minus… Details
Avoiding Stress Rather than Adapting Can Be a Trigger for the Recovering AddictRecoveryBy PromisesJune 29, 2010Stress affects different people in different ways. Some individuals can handle quite a bit before they buckle under the pressure, while others are at risk of a number of negative side effects from minor pressure in their lives. For the recovering addict, stress can be a trigger that is hard to overcome. According to a… Details
Break Out of Your Past – Make a New Life in RecoveryRecoveryBy PromisesJune 22, 2010No doubt you have a few things you’d like to forget about your past addictive behavior. It’s safe to say that everyone who goes through treatment and enters recovery has some skeletons in their closet they’d prefer to keep hidden away. The trouble is, if you don’t face your demons and own up to your… Details
CARF Accredidation: What You Need to Know About RehabsAddiction TreatmentBy PromisesJune 16, 2010When you’re looking for an addiction rehab, take the time to check into accreditation. The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is the industry standard. While it’s not likely that just anyone would hang out a shingle and tout their addiction recovery services, not every treatment facility is equal. That’s a big reason why… Details
The Biological Effects of AlcoholismAlcohol AbuseBy PromisesJune 15, 2010Much is written about alcoholism (alcohol addiction) and how it affects a person’s mental status, job performance, personal relationships, and mood. We also hear many stories about what happens to a person’s behavior when he becomes intoxicated, from driving under the influence to being involved in rowdy bar fights. However, it would be dangerous to… Details
5 Steps to Prioritize Your Recovery GoalsRecoveryBy PromisesJune 14, 2010Life is all new now that you’re in recovery. It’s all about a second chance, an opportunity to create a new direction in your life that you may never before thought possible. You may already be brimming with excitement and hope for the future – but don’t be disappointed if these feelings don’t come right… Details
Protection for Employees with Drug & Alcohol Problems under the ADAAlcohol AbuseBy PromisesJune 10, 2010Before a meaningful discussion can be had regarding the interplay between addiction and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is first necessary to identify commonly accepted levels of substance consumption as protection can hinge on the particular classification. The consumption of drugs and alcohol is commonly split into three categories: use, abuse, and dependence.… Details
How to Prevent Relapse after the Loss of Your PartnerRelapse PreventionBy PromisesJune 7, 2010Everything was going great in your recovery – and then the unthinkable happened. You lost your partner, the closest one to you in the world, and suddenly everything changes. Myriad thoughts run through your head, allowing no rest, no surcease from the pain. You just want to crawl in a hole and die yourself. Maybe… Details
