Experiencing a global pandemic presents many hardships most of us have never experienced. Seemingly overnight, the COVID-19 pandemic created massive shifts in both our work and personal lives. On top of the normal stress and anxiety that many of us are facing, managing addiction and work during the pandemic is an added challenge. Addictive substances…
If you recently relapsed after completing a women’s addiction treatment program, you may feel like that all is lost and that you should just give up. While this feeling is normal, it is by no means justified. Thousands of people in recovery have relapsed one or more times but had the will to keep going.…
If you’re looking into drug or alcohol addiction treatment programs for yourself or for a loved one, you might have some concerns about how you will pay for treatment. Residential treatment can seem costly. However, you want to find the right treatment program for your loved one. An important thing to keep in mind is…
If you are looking into addiction treatment programs for yourself or for a loved one, you may have realized that there are many different options. There are detox programs, residential treatment programs, outpatient programs, and sober living housing. You may have also seen options for gender-specific treatment. If you’ve wondered whether a women’s treatment program…
Whether you’ve gone through residential treatment for addiction or you are just beginning your journey to recovery, you might have considered a sober living program as part of your recovery plan. In these programs, those in recovery live together in a home that is supportive of their journey. A California sober living program provides many…
Before entering a treatment program for drug or alcohol addiction, you want to feel confident that you have found the best one. In San Diego and beyond, there are many addiction treatment program options. You can choose from residential treatment programs, outpatient programs, gender-specific treatment programs, and more. If you are ready to break free…
If you are struggling with addiction, it can be difficult to know how to begin the journey to recovery. You might have tried to quit drinking or using drugs before with little success. Or, you might feel embarrassed at having to tell friends and family about your struggles. However, addiction can rob you of many…
If you or a loved one is in recovery from addiction, an important part of the recovery process is learning how to avoid relapse. Discover healthy coping skills and strategies and reach out to Soledad House for life skills training for addiction treatment today. Why Is Avoiding Relapse Important? Relapse occurs when someone who is…
When you think about 12-step programs, Alcoholics Anonymous likely comes to mind. A group of people comes together to share their experiences with addiction, including both successes and failures on the road to recovery. These meetings are free, widely available, and can be an invaluable source of support for those who are working to overcome…
For those who struggle with drug or alcohol addiction, it can be difficult to know how to start over. Addiction can take over your life. Finding and consuming drugs or alcohol can become the most important part of your day. Once you’ve broken the cycle of addiction, how do you begin again? In many addiction…