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Feb 19, 2025
Breaking Generational Addiction Family Patterns
Generational addiction is a pattern where substance use or addictive behaviors seem to pass from one family member to the next. While it may feel…
Feb 17, 2025
The Benefits and Limitations of 12-Step Programs for Addiction
The 12-Step programis one of the most widely recognized and utilized methods for addressing addiction. Initially developed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)in 1938 to help individuals…
Feb 12, 2025
POV: The First 48 Hours in Addiction Treatment
Taking the first step into addiction treatment, whether for yourself or a loved one, is an act of courage. But it also comes with questions…
Feb 7, 2025
Breaking Down the Labels in Recovery: Trauma, Codependence, Anxious Attachment and More
If you’re on your recovery journey, you might hear terms that feel overwhelming or confusing. Words like “trauma,” “codependency,” or “anxious attachment” are often used…
Feb 5, 2025
How to Have a Fun, Sober Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is one of the most exciting days of the year—an epic mix of sports, snacks, and camaraderie. And here’s the best part:…
Feb 3, 2025
Why Not Try “Dry February” Too?
Millions of people around the world – specifically the UK and U.S. – attempt “Dry January” each year, a month of voluntarily forgoing alcohol, often…
Feb 3, 2025
4 Benefits of Telehealth for Addiction Recovery
Addiction recovery is evolving, and telehealth is leading the charge by breaking down barriers to care. For healthcare professionals considering telehealth as a referral option,…
Jan 30, 2025
5 Signs Cocaine Addiction May Be Developing in a Loved One
It May Be Time for a Substance Abuse RehabRecognizing when someone needs help is never easy, especially when it comes to addiction. Substance use disorders…
Jan 29, 2025
Beyond Dry January: A Perspective on Recovery as Self-Care
Southern Maryland Chronicle published Capital Region’s CEO, Lamar Frezell’s op-ed. Read the full article here.
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