Living with a Recovering Addict
When your loved one was living with addiction, drugs or alcohol were the most important thing. After rehab, that changed—but maybe not in the…
March 21, 2025
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When your loved one was living with addiction, drugs or alcohol were the most important thing. After rehab, that changed—but maybe not in the…
Do you drink too much? “Yeah, probably,” you think to yourself. But when the coronavirus (COVID-19) has you isolated from your friends and family and…
Life is full of steppingstones – both big and small – to get you to where you want to go. For example, an internship is…
Rehab is one of the most intense experiences you’ll ever have in your life. Name an emotion and you’ll probably have it during your…
In our last two blog posts, we explained how family education and emotional support can help a loved one recover from drug addiction. Today, we’ll talk…
Once you’ve made the decision to get your life back on track, there is still one very important decision left to be made—which rehab…
Your loved one has been through a lot before they made the decision to seek addiction treatment. While you’re proud that they are moving their…
Outpatient rehab sounds great. You can tackle your addiction head-on, while still making money and living in the comfort of your own home. And while…
One of the reasons that addiction is so difficult to overcome is that drugs impact the way your brain works. They create chemical imbalances that…
Depression is a major risk factor for addiction. It’s common for people suffering with depression to try to self-medicate with alcohol or drugs, leading to…
Outpatient treatment definitely has its advantages. It’s more convenient. It disrupts your life less. It’s generally more affordable. It doesn’t require you to explain your…
Recovery capital includes all the resources a person has that can help sustain addiction recovery. The more recovery capital someone has, the better her chances…
Complex amino acid formulas can be designed to effectively address neurotransmitter imbalance, by providing many of the essential building blocks of a well-functioning brain. Our…
It’s hard to imagine a time when you’re more vulnerable. You’re addicted to drugs or alcohol and are hurting physically and mentally. You need help…
Staggering reports show that 47% of the population in America aged twelve and over has used an illicit substance at some point in their lives….
One of the most common questions we get is “What makes The Raleigh House more effective than other substance abuse centers?” The short answer is that…
Your loved one thinks you have a problem. This is obviously not a good sign, but is it conclusive proof that you are, in fact,…
“Why can’t you stop?” “Don’t you see what your drug use is doing to our family?” “Was there something I could have done to stop…
Addiction used to be thought of as a vice, not a disease. As our understanding of addiction has evolved, so have our treatment options….
Talk to 10 different people about how they changed their lives by getting clean and you’ll hear a lot of theories. Some people might attribute…
Outpatient rehab can be a great option to relaunch your life. But many people also find that 60-day inpatient rehab is the right choice for them. One…
When choosing an opiate addiction treatment program, there are several important characteristics you need to consider. These include, but are not limited to, the following:…
You’ve decided to seek treatment for cocaine addiction, which may be the biggest decision of your life. Now, you have to decide where to go….
Boost recovery with these tips. Despite the fact that a person chooses to attend addiction rehab, many still feel that successfully breaking the addiction cycle…
For many, the opioid crisis isn’t so much a problem as it is an opportunity. An opportunity to set up a phony rehab center, lure…
Your son or daughter has agreed to go to rehab—and you couldn’t be prouder. Now is the time to let go of the past and…
A common dual diagnosis is addiction plus ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. About 25 percent of people seeking addiction treatment also have ADHD and more than…
Life can be so much better than this. At least a part of you believes that to be true. That’s why you—or your loved one—has…
Most people who struggle with addiction also struggle with another mental health issue, typically depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, or antisocial personality disorder….
Accelerated resolution therapy is an incredibly promising PTSD treatment adopted by numerous mental health and addiction specialists; the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration recognizes it as being…
Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a highly effective treatment modality for people struggling with substance use disorder and other addictive behaviors. Cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques are designed to address…
Choosing the ideal workout regimen is tough Numerous factors come into play: our schedule, self-confidence, body type, diet, among other things. Let’s face it, sometimes…
Imagine standing in line for a roller coaster with nothing to think about except the anticipation of the ride ahead. As you got closer to…
Ten numbers and a quick press of the “send” button. That’s all it takes to reach an addiction treatment center like The Raleigh House and…
At The Raleigh House, we understand that addiction impacts every part of a person’s life—mind, body, and spirit. That’s why our comprehensive treatment approach integrates…
What if there were a way to better understand your risk of developing addiction? Thanks to advancements in genetic testing, this idea is becoming a…
Addiction recovery is a deeply personal journey, and finding the right therapy approach can significantly impact lasting sobriety. At The Raleigh House, we believe that…
Addiction is an isolating disease, leaving nearly 21 million people in the United States feeling alone and abandoned in their battle against substance abuse. Addiction…
There’s a scene in the 1997 film, Good Will Hunting, where Sean Maguire (played by the late Robin Williams) admits to Will (played by Matt…
You’ve probably heard it a million times that exercise is good for you. But finding the motivation to workout can be a challenge. And for…
Short for detoxification, “detox” is a period of time where you aim to rid yourself of toxic, unhealthy substances like alcohol, opioids and heroin. Depending…
Think back to a time when you got a bad grade on a test or received a poor review at work. Whatever the cause was,…
At The Raleigh House, we know that navigating the cost of addiction treatment can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Our…
In 2017, the state of Wyoming saw 12.1 drug overdose deaths per 100,000 people. This was significantly lower than the 21.7 overdose deaths per 100,000…
“Illusions commend themselves to us because they save us pain and allow us to enjoy pleasure instead. We must therefore accept it without complaint when…
Alcohol and drug use have an insidious way of sucking all the joy out of life. And when addiction is in the driver’s seat and…
The pro-recovery diet at The Raleigh House emphasizes lean proteins and includes healthy fats, complex carbohydrates, vegetables, and fruits. With everything that goes into a…
“Knowledge is Power” – Sir Francis Bacon How much do you really know about your addiction? Do you know what your triggers are or why…
The day you learned your loved one is struggling with a substance addiction was the day your entire world changed. You may have had some…
Finding the right addiction treatment approach for you or your loved one can be overwhelming and confusing. Can I just do outpatient treatment, so I…
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