Put Sobriety First You have done the difficult task of becoming sober, but do you know how to stay that way? Having a plan is one thing, but sticking to it can be one of…
The 5 Biggest Fears About Getting Sober Making the choice to get sober is a scary process for most people. Living a clean lifestyle involves many different hurdles. One of the biggest things to overcome…
How Recovering Addicts Can Survive the Holidays As the holiday season gets closer, many of your friends and family members may be looking forward to parties, gatherings and other occasions where food is plentiful and…
Brighton Patient Success and Reflection A personal reflection from a patient at Brighton Recovery Center: My name is _____, I'm 35 and I'm an addict. My drugs of choice where alcohol and prescription pain medications. I…
Utah and Its Opiate Addiction Problem In the state of Utah, 23 people die each week from an overdose of a prescription opiate. As governments work to crack down on prescription drug abuse, many would…
Treatment Instead of Incarceration It is often true that the only way out of an addiction is through jail, recovery or death. With millions of Americans facing substance abuse addictions without adequate treatment available to…
4 Ways Family and Friends Can Help Fight Addiction Studies show that somewhere between 26 and 36 million people worldwide suffer from some type of opioid addiction. That’s not to mention other harmful substances…
Benefits of Inpatient Drug Rehab Studies show that over 20 million Americans over 12 years old have some type of addiction, and 100 people die every day from overdoses. These staggering statistics highlight the fact…
Tips on Confronting a Loved One About Their Substance Abuse Individuals use drugs and alcohol to cope and some become addicted for many reasons. Some use substances to help them avoid painful things in their…
What to Look for in a Residential Treatment Center If you or a loved one needs treatment for substance abuse and truly has the desire to live a product life, there are many benefits to…