How to Stay Clean & Sober - Building Recovery That Lasts
As Alumni Director, I have been building relationships with Acqua Recovery alumni almost from our very first client. Over the years since, I've seen a lot of people come through our doors. Some have made it; others have not; a few have come back. I like to focus on the ones that are still in recovery and the struggle continued recovery brings....
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Are You an Enabler?
One of life’s greatest difficulties is when you have a family member, loved one or friend that suffers from addiction. You may feel sadness, anger, hurt, and frustration while simultaneously worrying and wanting to help them. Learning how to best support an addict is trying and hard. But it can be hard to not wonder what is an enabler? What is...
Signs of Depression You May Miss
Depression is a serious condition that could lead to suicide or a severe reduction in quality of life. Too often, people confuse feeling sad with depression, but this condition does not always produce sadness. Not everyone experiences the same signs of depression, and this condition differs from a temporary depressed mood. If you feel...
Common Addiction Traits and Behaviors
Even if someone may be genetically predisposed to addiction, it doesn’t mean he or she will become an addict. It’s true, however, that there are common personality traits and behaviors found among addicts. If you have a loved one you suspect suffering from an addiction, whether it’s opioids or alcohol, take a step back. See if you can identify...
What Is Codependency?
The word codependency is often used to describe relationships that are imbalanced or unhealthy. What is codependency? In a codependent relationship, one person is the giver and the other person is the taker. In a healthy relationship, the give and take is mutual. Both partners give things the other person needs. Who Can be in a Codependent...
Is My Husband an Alcoholic?
Are you asking yourself, "Is my husband an alcoholic?" Like many spouses, you may be reluctant to admit that your husband has an addiction. As your relationship has become more strained and he spends more time drinking, however, you have to take an honest look at the situation. While it's often very difficult to acknowledge such a serious...
Depression and Substance Abuse
Depression is a mental health condition of severe sadness and low mood. It affects nearly every aspect of a person's life, and its symptoms are nearly always present. Substance abuse is common for sufferers of this mood disorder. In fact, the term "dual diagnosis" refers to the condition of having both depression and substance abuse. The two...
Recognizing Heroin Overdose Symptoms
Heroin is a highly addictive drug that's part of the opiate category. Dependence on it can often begin when someone is given a prescription for an opioid painkiller by their physician. There are many cases where addiction to heroin is formed as early as the first few uses. Heroin has claimed the lives of countless Americans. If you or a loved...
Best Rehab Centers in Salt Lake City Utah
Are you searching for the best rehab centers in Salt Lake City, Utah? If so, what should you look for? Moreover, what types of treatments can help you kick the drug or alcohol addiction you are struggling with? There are a number of questions to ask when you are first looking for rehab centers in Salt Lake City. You want to find your loved one...