Teens and young adults face many challenges as they work to find their unique place in the world, especially while they struggle with substance misuse or…
Food should do more than just taste good. Choosing a diet rich in amino acids gives your body the nourishment it needs to repair damage…
Required multi-tasking can be a harsh reality when students head to college, and they may resort to taking prescription drugs like Adderall (an ADHD medication)…
“You can’t reach for anything new if your hands are full of yesterday’s junk.” – Louise Smith, Author Spring cleaning is more than a housecleaning…
Music has long been considered a natural anti-depressant, an emotional outlet, a creative stimulus, and a tension reducer. Many studies discuss the benefit of music…
When addiction took over your life, drugs or alcohol became the focus of your world. Everything you did was guided by your need. You may…
Over 30 years ago, a team of researchers identified motivation as a prime indicator of success in recovery. Their research is the basis for the…
At Red Oak Recovery®, clients embrace gardening, cooking and eating as key parts of their recovery program. Nutrition plays an integral role in physical and…
For young people working their way through addiction treatment, a smoking habit may seem like the “lesser of evils.” Not so. In addition to cancer…
Substance addiction can damage both the mind and body. Intensive outpatient and outpatient addiction treatment programs clients heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Detoxification and cognitive-behavior…