An addiction to drugs or alcohol may be extremely tough to overcome. It takes a lot of courage and determination to seek help and decide to enter rehab. Once you have decided that you want to turn your life around,…
When it comes to addiction treatment, journaling is one of the most undervalued and underrated tools available. However, research has shown that journaling can be an incredibly effective way to help individuals overcome substance dependence. At Rockland Treatment Center, we…
The 12-step program is a set of guiding principles designed to help people recover from addiction. From alcohol and drugs to gambling and sex addictions, this spiritual program can be used to overcome any type of addiction. Understanding the 12-step…
Addiction recovery is a difficult battle to fight, and it may often feel like hope is the only thing keeping you motivated. But when the going gets tough, it can be easy to feel like all is lost. Thankfully, there…
Completing a rehab program is a huge accomplishment. It takes a lot of courage, strength, and determination. However, recovery doesn't stop once you leave rehab. Living drug-free is a life-long commitment. The transition to life outside of rehab comes with…
Battling addiction is never a solo effort. Offering support to a loved one during the recovery process can make all the difference. While this may not be as easy as it sounds, there are a few key things you can…
If you've struggled with addiction, you know how hard it can be to break free of old habits. When you've built your life around substance use, everything else seems foreign. However, a sober and successful life is attainable. It may…
Substance use disorder (SUD) is one of the largest public health concerns in the United States today. Individuals affected by SUD have problems controlling their ability to consume substances like alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drugs to the extent that it…
In 1989, The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a part of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, established September as National Recovery Month as a way to highlight positive efforts aimed at reducing and…