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Recovery can take you through a revolving door of emotions. One minute, you’re hopeful and determined. The next, you feel lifeless and dull. It can…
It used to be thought that addiction was caused by a lack of will power. So treatment was pretty much either detox or going cold-turkey—followed…
The holidays are a time to get together with loved ones and celebrate with food, drink and gifts. What could be wrong with that? Actually,…
Nestled on 40 acres of peaceful Colorado plains, The Raleigh House Ranch in Watkins offers a tranquil space for individuals to heal from addiction and…
It’s hard to embrace life when you can barely get out of bed in the morning. And yet that’s exactly how seasonal affective disorder (SAD)…
You’ll have three group sessions in a typical week and each session will last three hours. The groups are small (about eight people) which allow…
You’re fine not drinking at Thanksgiving, so why does everybody else seem to have such a problem with it? Some say you’re no fun anymore….
It can be a real challenge to think back in time. Did your depression come first and cause you to self-medicate with drugs or alcohol?…
A lot of us used to think that painkillers weren’t so dangerous. They do, after all, come from a pharmacy. By now, we all know…
We used to think that rehab wouldn’t do anyone any good unless they really and truly wanted to get better. We now know that’s not…
Nobody knows the exact cause of bipolar disorder, although both genetic and environmental factors are thought to be at play. With that said, it’s possible—but…
Did you know that avoidance relates to addiction on several levels? In fact, avoidant behavior can lead to addiction, perpetuate it, and make it harder…
This question torments many new mothers. On one hand, we worry that painkillers could hurt our new baby. On the other hand, research has shown…
When you first start in recovery, you have a lot of things to keep in mind. Success in recovery depends on making changes in every…
Imagine you’re about to battle a three-headed dragon. Would you debate whether to take a grenade or a gun? Of course not! You would take…
Topamax, or topiramate, is a drug mainly used to treat seizure disorders, migraines, and weight loss. It is currently being studied for its effectiveness in…
Terminal uniqueness, or personal exceptionalism, is the belief that you are special and not subject to the laws and rules that affect others. In the…
Some 25 percent of kids under the age of 18 are exposed to family alcohol abuse or dependence, according to the National Institute of…
Lexapro and cocaine are obviously two very different drugs, but they are the same in one potentially very dangerous way. Lexapro, also sold as Cipralex,…
You need help, too. Yes, it’s your loved one who is battling alcohol or drug abuse, but the impact that’s having on you may be…
For many people, the mere thought of curtailing their drug or alcohol use scares them. That’s because, for some addictions, the physical withdrawal can range…
Alcohol is blamed for about 2,100 overdose deaths a year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Cocaine, meanwhile,…
It’s a big moment when your loved one agrees to get help for drug or alcohol abuse. But it doesn’t take long before questions start…
Rates of excessive drinking in the United States are at an all-time high, according to a recent report by Newsweek. And what many drinkers—both young…
Addiction and genetics have a complicated relationship. Just because your parent battled addiction, that doesn’t mean you’re destined to. But, at the same time,…
One thing you don’t want during recovery is to feel bored too much. Many people find they suddenly have a lot of extra time that…
No one likes to admit she’s made a mistake or that she doesn’t know what to do. Even when things are clearly going badly, many…
Gambling addiction is no joke. It ruins lives as surely as addiction to cocaine or heroin. In fact, you can get into an even bigger…
Schizophrenia and addiction is a common dual diagnosis. Studies have found that about half of people with schizophrenia also have substance use issues. That figure…
The road to recovery is a journey of self-discovery, and sometimes, the most powerful support comes from sharing that journey with others. At The Raleigh…
Whether you’re recovering from addiction or mental illness, empathy is a valuable skill to cultivate. It can improve the quality of your recovery and make…
With marijuana becoming legal in several states, including Colorado, there have been new echoes of the old argument that marijuana is a gateway drug, meaning…
Addiction impacts millions of people every year, creating a cycle that can be incredibly difficult to break. One common barrier to recovery is rationalization—a defense…
So you’ve gone to rehab and conquered your addiction. You head home with your whole heart and head focused on one thing: you WILL…
Like any good consumer, your first inclination is to check out online reviews before you choose a treatment program. Unfortunately, the reviews that rave…
The pink cloud is the euphoric feeling some people experience early in recovery. If addiction has been making you miserable for a while, those early…
Comedians Chris Farley and John Belushi died from them, as did musician Chris Kelly and actor Philip Seymour Hoffman. A speedball is regarded as one…
Methamphetamine (meth) and cocaine are both powerful stimulants that affect the central nervous system, but that’s where the similarities end. The main differences between meth…
When methamphetamine (meth) and alcohol and used together, the effects can cause adverse effects, from serious health problems to overdose. The combination of alcohol and…
There are so many ways to watch movies and TV shows that didn’t exist even 10 years ago. If you really wanted to and if…
Starting recovery is difficult. You have to go through detox, which can be painful, then you have have to gradually learn to live without the…
Depression is a frequently misunderstood condition and people with depression are often not fun to be around. People typically want to be there for a…
Some people safely take prescription painkillers as prescribed by their doctor to manage chronic pain. Others start using painkillers for physical pain and end up…
Excessive alcohol use can have severe and lasting effects on the liver, leading to conditions like fatty liver disease, alcoholic hepatitis, and cirrhosis. However, the…
Your liver takes the brunt of excessive drinking. Fatty liver disease can develop in a relatively short time of regular heavy drinking. Cirrhosis can develop…
In most recovery communities, smoking gets a pass. Surveys have found that AA members smoke at a much higher rate and more heavily than the…
One strange feature of addiction is that someone can hate the addiction and derive little pleasure from using, but continue to use even as her…
People in recovery don’t often spontaneously relapse. You don’t usually trip and fall into a pint. Relapse is typically a gradual process. By the time…
There are many approaches to addiction treatment. There is therapy, addiction medicine, 12-step programs, inpatient programs, and outpatient programs. Treatment programs typically include therapy, medication,…
Life gets better when you get sober, but it doesn’t get better all at once. If you’ve been battling addiction for a long time, you…
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