2016 is a Wrap!

2016 is a Wrap!

  • Posted on December 30, 2016
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Wow, at one point it felt like time wasn't going anywhere. I spent years of my life staring out the window, zoning out, pondering, immobile on the couch while waiting for some external forces to “make it happen”. At times it felt like tomorrow would never come and there were a few close calls that brought it all closer to reality than one would like. Fortunately, that's not the case today. Haha.. at times I have issues remembering a few days back since so much happens on a day to day basis. This…continue reading →
The Truth About Medication Assisted Treatment

The Truth About Medication Assisted Treatment

  • Posted on November 13, 2016
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There are a few medications that can assist people with their recovery from substance misuse that are exceedingly  available today. Alcohol and opiates/opioids are the two primary substances that can be addressed with medication. Nicotine is also a common substance that is widely known for its replacement therapies. It is not uncommon for drugs to be used to “ease” the withdrawal of alcohol and opiates while a person is in detox. For alcohol, a benzodiazepine called Librium is administered and in the case of opioids, clonidine, which can also be habit forming, is…continue reading →
How Could YOU Benefit?

How Could YOU Benefit?

  • Posted on October 10, 2016
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Question. Is your cup half FULL ? or is it half EMPTY ? What’s the difference? Is there a reason and/or advantage to your point of view? Take a moment to answer this question for yourself. How could this possibly change your day? your week? .. and beyond?   Your recovery starts with YOU. Don’t just answer it in your head and allow it to be fleeting thought #625 for the day, write it out. It’s now tangible. Take a LOOK at yourself and what YOU stand for. Ask your friends and your…continue reading →