by Katie Sebastyn | Jul 15, 2025 | Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment Center, Alcohol Use Disorder
Getting someone to admit they have a drinking problem is one of life’s most difficult conversations. The person may deny their alcohol dependence, react defensively, or downplay their drinking habits, making it hard to directly address the issue. Your loved...
by Katie Sebastyn | Jul 8, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Intervention
Watching a loved one struggle with addiction can feel overwhelming. Staging an intervention serves as a structured, caring approach to help someone recognize their need for treatment and take steps toward recovery. During an intervention, family members, friends, and...
by Katie Sebastyn | Jul 4, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Sober Living, Sobriety
The 4th of July sparkles with fireworks, radiates patriotic spirit, and brings communities together in celebration of American independence. Yet for those maintaining sobriety, these festivities can present unique challenges. Traditional Independence Day gatherings...
by Katie Sebastyn | Jul 1, 2025 | fentanyl, Fentanyl Addiction, Harm Reduction
The presence of fentanyl in street drugs has reached crisis levels. This powerful synthetic opioid, up to 50 times stronger than heroin, now contaminates everything from cocaine to fake prescription pills. In 2022 alone, fentanyl-related overdoses claimed over 70,000...
by Katie Sebastyn | Jun 24, 2025 | Marijuana, THC, Weed, Weed Withdrawal
Deciding to stop using cannabis marks the beginning of a significant life change. Your body and mind will undergo a period of adjustment known as weed withdrawal – a natural response to discontinuing THC use after regular consumption. When you quit smoking weed,...
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