Addiction Recovery Blog

At the beginning, painkillers seem to offer so much—a profound sense of physical and mental well-being. But once addiction happens, … Continue reading Benefits of Being Sober from Pain Pills →

Boost recovery with these tips. Despite the fact that a person chooses to attend addiction rehab, many still feel that … Continue reading Boost Recovery →

Everyone gets sad from time to time, but depression is a whole different story. You don’t know why, but you … Continue reading Am I Depressed? Early Signs to Catch →

  For many, the opioid crisis isn’t so much a problem as it is an opportunity. An opportunity to set … Continue reading The Benefits of Established Rehab Centers vs. Young Ones →

Your son or daughter has agreed to go to rehab—and you couldn’t be prouder. Now is the time to let … Continue reading Alcohol Addiction Rehab at The Raleigh House →

  There are many good reasons to take it easy with the drinks over the holidays. If you struggle with … Continue reading Tempted to Drink During the Holidays? →

A common dual diagnosis is addiction plus ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. About 25 percent of people seeking addiction treatment also … Continue reading How ADHD Increases Your Risk of Addiction →

  Life can be so much better than this. At least a part of you believes that to be true. … Continue reading Taking the Next Step at an Alcohol Addiction Rehabilitation Center →

When recovering from addiction, sleeping problems are often par for the course. If you struggle with addiction, you may have … Continue reading Sleep and Addiction Recovery: 3 Tips for Better Rest →

Statistically, there is a large overlap between addiction and eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. About half … Continue reading How are Addiction and Eating Disorders Related? →

You know your spouse, child or parent better than the average person. After all, you’re familiar with their mannerisms, passions, … Continue reading How to Differentiate Signs of Addiction and Mental Health Disorders →

Most people who struggle with addiction also struggle with another mental health issue, typically depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, … Continue reading 4 Myths About Therapy →

  According to data from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 22.7 million people in the United States needed professional … Continue reading Addiction & Parental Guilt: How to Cope with Your Child’s Addiction →

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, benzodiazepine overdoses increased by nearly 24% between 2019 and 2020. Fatal overdoses … Continue reading Is Your Loved One Addicted to Benzodiazepines? Benzodiazepine Abuse Signs →

What is Vicodin? Vicodin is the brand name of a prescription medication used to manage moderate to intense pain. The … Continue reading Is Vicodin Addictive? What You Need to Know About Vicodin →

If you are struggling with addiction and co-existing disorders, a radical acceptance approach could help you cultivate a healthier mindset … Continue reading What Is Radical Acceptance? How Radical Acceptance Can Help Treat Trauma →

Accelerated resolution therapy is an incredibly promising PTSD treatment adopted by numerous mental health and addiction specialists; the federal Substance Abuse and Mental … Continue reading Accelerated Resolution Therapy & PTSD: What You Need to Know →

You’re not always going to say the right thing. But you can try. When someone you love is recovering from … Continue reading The Best Things You Can Say to Someone in Recovery →

Recovery from a substance use disorder is a life-long process. As such, occasional relapse is not uncommon; an estimated 90% … Continue reading 10 Warning Signs of Addiction Recurrence →

Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a highly effective treatment modality for people struggling with substance use disorder and other addictive behaviors. Cognitive-behavioral therapy … Continue reading What Are Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Techniques? →

Regular exercise is an essential component of optimal physical and mental health. Countless studies have found that exercise helps regulate mood, improve … Continue reading The Risks of Exercise Addiction →

When a loved one has a substance use disorder, the signals aren’t always easy to identify. After all, people with … Continue reading What Are the Signs of Addiction? →

If you’ve decided to pursue recovery from a substance use disorder, you’ve undoubtedly thought about what you want your life … Continue reading How to Reinvent Yourself in the New Year →

Alcohol or drug dependency is a form of chronic substance misuse. Dependency makes addiction recovery more challenging because it requires … Continue reading How Long Does It Take to Detox From Alcohol? →

Tranquilizer addiction isn’t widely covered in the media, but it is nonetheless a worrying trend. When unaddressed, tranquilizer misuse can … Continue reading How Addictive Is Xanax? →

As of 2021, the United States Food and Drug Administration has approved only three medications for the treatment of opioid … Continue reading Suboxone vs. Vivitrol: Which Is Better for Treatment? →

We don’t often appreciate the role of sleep in our physical and mental health. A few sleepless nights aren’t typically … Continue reading The Importance of Sleep in Alcoholism Recovery →

By the end of 2019, fatal opioid misuse was already rising in Colorado. In 2018, there were 543 reported opioid deaths involving … Continue reading America’s Opioid Crisis →

The Raleigh House is proud to announce that September marks 13 years since we first opened our doors and hearts … Continue reading Celebrating 13 Years of Hope →

In the song “Party in the USA,” Miley Cyrus tells a story of stress that comes with going to a … Continue reading How Music Can Lower Stress and Anxiety →

When was the last time you took time out of your day to practice a self-care activity like meditating before … Continue reading Tips for Self-Care in Addiction Recovery →

One of the most challenging aspects of trying to support someone with an alcohol use disorder is that it can … Continue reading How to Support Someone with an Alcohol Use Disorder →

It’s a story that pretty much begins and ends with pain. Fentanyl is a medicine originally used to treat patients … Continue reading What Is Synthetic Fentanyl Made Of? →

“My son, like a lot of people at home, had a drug problem. He’s overtaken it. He’s fixed it. He’s … Continue reading Overcoming Stigma to Take Pride in Addiction Recovery →

Combatting addiction and aiding addiction recovery are challenging endeavors at best. The Surgeon General reports that just 1 in 10 … Continue reading Addiction Recovery and COVID-19 — The Implications Nationally and in Nevada →

You may have won some battles, but you want to win the war. We all face challenges in life. Our … Continue reading The War on Synthetic Benzodiazepines →

Everyone knows that exercise is a necessary part of a healthy lifestyle. Its positive effects on the body and mind … Continue reading How Does Alcohol Affect Muscles? →

Choosing the ideal workout regimen is tough Numerous factors come into play: our schedule, self-confidence, body type, diet, among other … Continue reading Exercises for Depression and Anxiety →

If someone is experiencing periods of physical pain, as they might after having surgery or suffering a serious injury like … Continue reading Symptoms Of Opioid Withdrawal →

Dopamine is a chemical produced in the brain that affects its pleasure centers. It’s one of a group of chemicals … Continue reading How Does Dopamine Affect the Brain? →

People working in the healthcare industry suffer from some of the highest rates of addiction to drugs and alcohol. The … Continue reading Mental Health and Substance Abuse in the Healthcare Industry →

You’ve probably heard of the flight or fight response. This is the “good” side of anxiety, when your body reacts … Continue reading It’s Not All in Your Head: Anxiety Can Make You Sick →

The country’s battle with Covid-19 appears to be winding down and that’s especially welcome news for those in addiction recovery. … Continue reading How to Get Back to Your Recovery Routine After the Pandemic →

We’ve all been there. You come home from a long day at the office and say to yourself, “I need … Continue reading Is My Job Causing Me to Drink? →

When you’re faced with the prospect of social situation, you can’t stop an unbreakable shiver running up your spine. Anxiety … Continue reading The Link Between Avoidance Personality Disorder and Substance Abuse →

As far back as you can remember, you always did whatever you could to help your child. Whether it was … Continue reading What Should I Do if My Addicted Child Leaves Home? →

Your head starts to slowly feel an overwhelming sense of pleasure, as a warmth starts to radiate from the center … Continue reading What Is Fentanyl Withdrawal Like? →

Throughout the country, all of us are still trying to adjust to the new normal created by the COVID-19 pandemic. … Continue reading Does the COVID-19 Vaccine Interact with Alcohol and Drugs? →

Every year, we celebrate major life events — weddings, anniversaries and birthdays — to recognize growth and development. Of course, … Continue reading Celebrating Sobriety in a Safe and Fun Way →

The brain is an amazing part of the body. It controls your movements, your emotions, the functions of each of … Continue reading Addiction and the Brain: How Neurodiversity Plays a Role →