Addiction Treatment in Iowa: Articles & Blog Posts
Hiding in Plain Sight: 6 Reasons Veterans Don’t Seek Substance Abuse Help
Camouflage is something well-known to our military and veterans. They are constantly trying to remain concealed for their own protection,...
6 Issues for Seniors Using Opioids
While most people assume substance abuse and addiction are problems only young people deal with, that is not actually the...
Like Oil and Water: Substance Use and Studying Don’t Mix
The teenage and college years are considered by many to be a time of experimentation, learning, and fun before one...
There’s Always Hope for Recovery, if You’re Ready to Make a Change
Only those struggling with a substance use disorder can make the changes necessary to recover from their addiction. However, at...
Seasonal Affective Disorder and Your Sobriety
The “winter blahs” can hit any time the days start getting noticeably shorter and our weather turns cold. If your...
The Dangers of Prescription Stimulant Misuse
Sharing is caring, they say. Our parents and teachers implore us to share with those around us, especially with those...
When One Forgives, Two are Healed: Letting Go of Resentment Toward Addicted Parents
More than 28 million people in America are children of alcoholics. Nearly 11 million of these are under the age...
Tailgating and Temptation: Alcohol Recovery and the Pressure at Social Events
From tailgating before “the big game” to upcoming holiday parties, there are countless settings that can challenge the new-found sobriety...
5 Benefits of Mindfulness Meditation in Recovery
Meditation is a practice for quieting the mind and bolstering self-control. When you shut off the outside world and pay...
The Wide Variety of Recovery Journaling Options
Keeping a diary or journal is something many people in recovery for substance use are asked to do. Whether you’ve...
Can You Believe in God and Be Addicted to Drugs?
Can You Believe in God and Be Addicted to Drugs? One of the saddest consequences of drug addiction is isolation....
What Happens During an Opioid Overdose?
What Happens During an Opioid Overdose? Opioids are a type of drug that includes heroin, synthetic opioids and pain relievers...