What If I Think I Have a Problem? First of all, take a deep breath. Realizing that alcohol is interfering with your life is an act of self-awareness, not shame. You’re not alone—millions of people are in recovery today because they had the courage to face this exact moment. If you’re concerned about your drinking, […]
What Type of Treatment is Right for Me? – Explaining Levels of Care in Addiction Rehab
Why Are There Different Levels of Care? Addiction affects people in different ways. Some individuals have long-term substance use disorders with physical dependence and co-occurring mental health conditions. Others may have had a shorter history of substance misuse but need structure and tools to avoid relapse. Levels of care are designed to meet you where […]
Understanding Step One: How Do I Know If I am Really Powerless Over My Drug and Alcohol Use?
What Does It Mean to Be Powerless? To be “powerless” doesn’t mean you are weak or incapable. It means that once you pick up the first drink or drug, you no longer have control over what happens next. Powerlessness is about the inability to consistently stop, moderate, or avoid consequences, no matter how strong your […]
Kratom Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Withdrawal
What is Kratom? Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. The leaves of the kratom plant contain active compounds—primarily mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine—that interact with opioid receptors in the brain, producing both stimulant and sedative effects depending on the dose. At lower doses, kratom can increase energy, alertness, and sociability. At higher […]
