Chocolate and pink heart-shaped boxes aside, Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate the love and romance in your life. However, those in recovery may dread this day because of the societal pressure to be in a committed and happy relationship and the pressure to raise a glass of bubbly in celebration of love. People…
A community housing program can make all the difference when you are in focused recovery and looking toward regaining independence after rehab. A community housing program’s goal of promoting and facilitating the healthy transition toward sober living outside of rehab is an excellent choice for you as you enter the outpatient care portion of your…
Every year, we make many New Year’s resolutions to live a healthier life, whether it is being more compassionate with others, eating healthier, exercising, or getting sober. The problem with the new year, new me resolutions is that they often start strong, only to fail in the end. Think about all your canceled gym memberships,…
The holidays come with travel plans, gift-giving, merry-making, and awkward family issues, which bring stressful topics such as money, family, religion, and general stress to the surface. For individuals struggling with addiction or recovering addicts, the holidays can be doubly difficult and triggering, which could easily lead to a relapse. Additionally, during a time of…
Men are just as likely to become addicted to drugs and alcohol as women, but how men typically experience addiction is not the same. Men typically use drugs differently than women and have a unique set of responses to the substances. Furthermore, men’s issues in addiction treatment are also unique and deserve an experienced team…
You’ve probably heard the adage “patience is a virtue” more than once in your lifetime. But like most clichés, there is some truth in it. Every person who wants to live a meaningful life needs to learn how to practice patience. When it comes to seeking and getting treatment for a substance use disorder, patience…
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, women are equally as likely as men to become addicted to drugs and alcohol. This fact does not mean men and women experience addiction in the same way, however. Women and men use drugs differently and have individual responses to the substances. Therefore, it makes sense that…
While it is true that among all drugs used for recreational purposes, hallucinogens are actually among the least addictive. Still, addictive psychedelics can be, and too often are, fatally dangerous psychoactive substances. Addictive hallucinogens are also capable of being abused and destroying lives, families, and professions. Reach out to Midwest Recovery online or call us…
Whether it’s weekend nights out on the town, 5 pm drinks with co-workers, or watching sports on a big screen at home with friends, alcohol has historically gone hand-in-hand with socialization. This can mean that maintaining sobriety while trying to maintain friendships and active social life can be challenging. That said, sober living and good…
Summertime is famous for beach vacations, music festivals, relaxation, pool parties, and fun in the sun. But, for those who have and are currently battling addiction, recovery in summer can be challenging. This is because summertime recreation is often centered around drinking culture, meaning temptation is high, and relapses are common. But addiction recovery in…