Read more about the article The Importance Of Addiction Research
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The Importance Of Addiction Research

If you follow our blogs, then you're well aware of the research stories that we regularly publish. Progress in this field is absolutely fascinating and can make a real difference…

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Read more about the article The Power Of ‘Equine Therapy’
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The Power Of ‘Equine Therapy’

There is no denying that certain animals can bring a real sense of healing for those in recovery. We have seen it ourselves with practices like Wolf Therapy, or even…

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Read more about the article Massachusetts Begins New Prison Recovery Program
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Massachusetts Begins New Prison Recovery Program

We always keep our eye out for innovative sobriety tactics happening throughout the country. And this past week, Massachusetts made headlines for kicking off a revolutionary new recovery program within their prison…

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Read more about the article A ‘Sober Curious’ Movement Is Emerging
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A ‘Sober Curious’ Movement Is Emerging

It is common knowledge that "supply and demand" drives how modern businesses operate. And in recent months, that model appears to shifting away from wine and spirits. Bars now specialize…

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Addiction Recovery Through Art

If you're familiar with our practices at VRC, then you're well aware of the Art Therapy program we have in place and how it has helped countless alumni successfully complete their recovery journeys.…

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Read more about the article Clean Living Through Ice Climbing
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Clean Living Through Ice Climbing

Over the history of our blogs, we've explored many unconventional ways to overcome addictions. Whether it's wolf therapy, archery or what have you; a physical outlet can be a very…

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Rewards During Recovery

We are always interested in hearing about new and unique approaches to recovery. And over in Canada, a noted treatment center is testing out a prize reward system for those…

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Read more about the article The Wrong Way To Treat Addiction
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The Wrong Way To Treat Addiction

With the rise of the opioid crisis, it's natural to see more treatment clinics pop up with the intent to free people of their addictions. And while there are certainly…

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Stone Cold Recovery

As we all know, recovery is nationwide and people in different states have different approaches on how to treat addiction. Over in Alaska, for example, a special movement is taking…

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Read more about the article How Facebook Groups Are Helping Addiction Survivors
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How Facebook Groups Are Helping Addiction Survivors

If you happen to follow Valley Recovery Center, then you're probably well aware of the Facebook Alumni Group we set up and how it has been helping people who have been through…

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Celebrating Recovery Advocate Jodie Sweetin

For the past several years, we have proudly attended The Experience, Strength and Hope Awards; which honors addiction survivors. And 2019 marks a very special occasion for this event, as ESH (as we…

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Read more about the article New Recovery Approach Explores Memory Altering
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New Recovery Approach Explores Memory Altering

What triggers the need to use, or a relapse for that matter? Could it be the sight of a certain substance? Or perhaps the sensation you recall about the particular…

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Read more about the article When Your Addiction Goes Viral
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When Your Addiction Goes Viral

With the rise of YouTube and social media networks, people's lives can now be put on display without their knowledge or consent. And that can certainly be a consideration if…

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Read more about the article Viral Holiday Lights Send A Message Of Recovery
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Viral Holiday Lights Send A Message Of Recovery

As we wind down the holiday season, there are still a few important seasonal stories worth sharing. One, in particular, has to do with a series of viral Christmas lights…

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Read more about the article Recovery Books For Your Holiday Reading List
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Recovery Books For Your Holiday Reading List

Thankfully for most of us, the holidays mean extra down time to relax and be with family. If you do have more quiet moments this December, we highly recommend adding…

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‘Halloween’ Star Embraces Sobriety

This week, we are tipping our hats to acting legend Jamie Lee Curtis. As the headliner in America's number one movie (the spooky remake of Halloween), she could most certainly use this moment…

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Read more about the article When A Loved One Relapses…
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When A Loved One Relapses…

For those lucky enough to never battle an addiction, the concept of "relapsing" can seem hard to grasp. People can often feel anger or betrayal towards a loved one who…

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‘Dopey Podcast’ Touches On Reality And Recovery

Earlier this month, the popular news site VICE published an important expose of the popular Dopey Podcast. Chronicling its recent rise to the top of the iTunes chart, writer Emily J. Sullivan covered Dopey's long, tumultuous…

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