Approximately 5% of people with an intellectual disability also struggle with a substance use disorder. Treatment is crucial and effective but it must be tailored to their unique needs. For...
When left unaddressed, terminal uniqueness can impede the recovery process. There are many obstacles to recovery. Several of these obstacles involve psychological hindrances, such as shame, guilt or denial. It’s...
U.S. law organizes drugs into different schedules based on several criteria, such as a substance’s level of addictive properties. Legal consequences of using or selling illegal drugs are based upon...
Addiction doesn't come free. Read about the costs associated with drug and alcohol abuse and how these illnesses are supported. Typically, when we think about what addiction might cost someone,...
Over the past few years, eBay’s customer service department has received complaints about the sale of prescription drugs on their site. Is eBay the new online drug pharmacy? Or Amazon?...
Is there an end to this? Will I be battling this my whole life? It’s normal to wish for a special medicine or treatment to remove addiction from your life...
Addiction usually follows several predictable stages. The Jellinek Curve is a U-shaped chart that describes the typical phases of addiction and recovery. Addiction and recovery often follow a predictable pattern. The Jellinek Curve is a...
The Recovery Village has helpful representatives awaiting your call. Many of our helpline operators and facility employees are also in recovery, so they can empathize and help you or a...
Planning ahead for a vacation in recovery can help you maintain your sobriety while you’re away from home. A vacation is supposed to be a blissful time of rest and...
Are you one of the millions of people attending a music festival this season? Learn about the risks of substance use at music festivals. Music festivals have become so popular...