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Traditionally, Thailand has been associated with terms like "meditation" and "reflection." With famed Buddhist temples throughout the country, it is a common destination for people undertaking spiritual journeys. Well interestingly enough, it has now become a popular mecca for people looking to overcome addictions. So...
Lately, we've been sharing info about major recovery organizations and the struggles they've been facing during COVID-19. Well, that same sentiment carries over into one of the biggest brands out there; namely Alcoholics Anonymous. The Washington Post recently published an article detailing the challenges for AA and...
Recently, we shared a story about just how bad the recovery industry has been impacted by the COVID-19 (or coronavirus) pandemic. Due to quarantines and other hindrances, admissions to sober living homes has dropped dramatically; leading to furloughs and major financial losses. Well now, one of the...
We always welcome new approaches when it comes to analyzing addictions. And sometimes the ones that initially sound the most unconventional end up making the most sense. Case in point: a recent viral article on the subject, which compares the experience to happenings within the...
We always appreciate high-profile influencers speaking out on behalf of recovery. And you can't much higher profile than England's Duchess of Cambridge, namely Kate Middleton. The royal princess recently participated in a Zoom chat, where she advocated for more treatment centers around the globe. The Duchess actually...
We know there are lots of important news stories happening across the country right now and we've certainly done our best to cover them from a recovery perspective. But, we also believe in taking a step back when possible and separating yourself with topics of...
During the time of quarantines and social distancing, we do like to recommend good reads that can educate our follower base about addiction. One such example is the newly released memoir Hollywood Park by musician Mikel Jollett. It is a deeply personal account of his battles...
We can never express how proud we are to be part of the recovery industry. Not only for the great work our peers do to save lives, but also how they carry it out. Another great example of that was shared across local news sites...
Thanks to COVID-19, it is a very different world today than it was three months ago. Gone are the intimate one-on-one therapy sessions and conversations. In their place are Zoom chats and FaceTime calls. So, it makes sense that people in the recovery field should prepare...
Since the COVID-19 (or coronavirus) pandemic broke out in March, many in the recovery world have wondered: Will this situation lead to a spike in addiction cases? And while no definitive stats have been released yet, all answers are pointing Yes. We've mentioned the dependency risks involved with...
We are so incredibly proud of all of the recovery advocates out there, taking an active stance to help others and bring awareness to the country's addiction issues. And it is certainly nice to see that come from people who have a good deal of...
For the past two months, we've been covering the struggles people are facing with addiction and isolation; particularly as it pertains to the national quarantines happening amid the COVID-19 pandemic. But we believe it is just as important to celebrate successes and positivity as well....
As we prepare for another month of COVID-19 quarantining, pretty much all addiction recovery efforts have now shifted online. This means virtual meetings, Zoom chat support and adjustments with medical professionals to ensure that patients get the treatment materials that they need. To that effect,...
Recently, the topical news website Vice.com published a story that approaches sobriety from a unique point of view. Speaking to former users of various ages, it showcased how home video games helped them during (and after) their recovery. Now we know that every person is unique and...
These past few weeks, we've written quite a few blogs about people in treatment programs and how they're dealing with COVID-19 (or the coronavirus). But, in our opinion, it is also important to support those who are living with sobriety. With the panic, isolation and...
With the new quarantine mandate in effect (due the country's coronavirus pandemic), now is a time when many people are turning to their cable and streaming services for entertainment. On that front, we wanted to highlight an interesting new documentary that touches on the field...
It's always exciting to see recovery news pop up on the pages of Tech Crunch. The famed digital news site recently published an exciting story about an app in development that can potentially help people curb their opioid and alcohol addictions. Called Quit Genius, it was...
These past several days have ushered in a "new normal" when it comes to the way people interact with each other. Because of heightened risks from the coronavirus (or COVID-19), Americans are being told to keep their distance from each other and practice quarantining methods. But how...
Though you may not realize it, March is actually quite significant to the recovery community. Every year on the sixth of this month, thousands across the country participate in a movement known as Black Balloon Day. Meant to honor those who have succumbed to fatal...
Obviously, beating an addiction takes lots of hard work and a rigorous regimen. But, there is another approach that can make a major difference and requires little to no effort at all. As several notable sites are echoing, the concept of just "being" has proven...
