ADDICTION RECOVERY RESOURCES

Thought stopping allows an individual to cut out a bothersome thought, breaking the power of thoughts leading to addictive behavior.

Practicing gratitude is a big part of daily living in recovery. But how does being appreciative help with internal struggle during recovery?

There are warning signs when an individual encounters an addiction relapse trigger - and if recognized, they can be interrupted.

On the road to recovery, it’s important to prioritize your well-being. Treatment and sober support is important, but self-care is essential.

When starting a new life in recovery it's easy to feel alone and isolated. This feeling is normal. Here's what to do about it.

Early in recovery it’s important to develop and strengthen a sober support network. But who should be a part of it and how do you build it?

Why can’t someone just stop? Consequences of actions usually don’t occur until the distant future- making a decision to stop easy to ignore.

Addiction is gradual, changing how the body reacts. Here’s a closer look at the 6 stages of addiction and how you can break the cycle.

Understanding thoughts and emotions during recovery can help counteract craving when it arises. One way to express feeling is journaling.

Every individual is unique and addiction rehab depends on their past, the severity and where they are in the addiction recovery process.

Addiction is a disease where an individual is unable to stop using a substance or engaging in a behavior. There is no shame in getting help.

When choosing to stop addiction, some look to professional help, 12-step programs, or self help groups. Which is the right choice for you?

If you or a loved one are suffering from addiction, you’re not alone. Addiction is a problem worldwide.

Deciding to stop drinking or using benzobiapines is a big step towards recovery. But not everyone can go cold turkey.

For individuals in addiction recovery, patience is an important mindset. The key is to be patient with the process but not complacent. 

A personal recovery plan takes everything an individual learned throughout 6 weeks of outpatient treatment and puts it into a written plan.

What do you need to know about court ordered drug & alcohol evaluations in Illinois? First, anyone with a DUI must get a DUI evaluation.

It might feel difficult to open up to a group of people in addiction recovery therapy, not knowing what to expect.

After addiction treatment is when the real work starts, it’s when an individual needs to take what they learned and apply it everyday.

Cross addiction, also known as addiction transfer, is when an individual substitutes one substance or behavior for another.