Finding Therapy in Writing The ability to create something brings with it a sense of success. As people go through their own paths towards recovery from addiction or mental illness, this sense of success is…
A loved one suffering from an addiction can create an atmosphere that weighs down an entire household. Addiction is a family disease, and all family members share part of the burden.
Suspecting a loved one of being addicted to a substance or behavior is a trying time. Whether it be an addiction to alcohol, drugs, gambling, or anything else, there is a palpable gloom that hangs…
There is a reason that group therapy is a common practice when dealing with addiction. While it's hard to come forth to strangers and admit that there is a problem, this step provides a way…
Despite how it may feel, suffering from addiction is not something that affects only one person. Living alongside an addicted person creates a challenging, oppressive atmosphere around the home.
While #happiness is the #goal, that doesn’t mean that someone needs to convince themselves that they are happy all the time or always have to wear a #smile.
Josh Hall, the Director of Marketing for Brighton Recovery Center, speaks about Brighton's approach to addiction recovery with individualized treatment. Addiction treatment needs an individualized approach because we treat individuals.
Jelly Shoes and Speedballs: Lacey’s Story Early Home Life: “If anything, I was spoiled” I grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah and had a pretty normal childhood. I have one younger brother and…
The amount of alcohol consumption in Utah is among the lowest in the nation. Only about 25% of people in Utah report consuming alcohol, while on the national level that number is 50%. It would…