Drug withdrawal symptoms are one reason many people continue to abuse substances even when they know the consequences of doing so. The body reacts negatively to the sudden loss of the preferred substance. It cannot function properly without the drug and time will be needed to restore the natural ...

Have you ever found yourself trapped in the vicious cycle of addiction, desperately wanting to break free but feeling overwhelmed by the daunting task of detoxification? You're not alone. Countless individuals have walked the same path, battling the physical and emotional turmoil that comes with ...

For those who have gone through an addiction, rehab can provide the help needed to overcome the addiction and move forward with a healthier, brighter future. However, it's not just smooth sailing after the initial assistance. There are times when it's all too easy for someone to fall back into ...

Sobriety is a life-changing thing. If you are having issues with drug or alcohol abuse, sober living seems like greener grass on the other side. It will look like the light that is at the end of the tunnel. It may seem boring and it can feel scary. There is no doubt that sobriety is a challenging ...

Developed in the late 1980's by psychologist Francine Shapiro, EMDR therapy is an evidence-based approach to alleviate trauma-related distress. It's a structured therapeutic approach that prompts patients to briefly concentrate on their traumatic memories while simultaneously undergoing bilateral ...

Charles Bukowski said, “We don’t even ask for happiness, just a little less pain” and it is true; life can be hard sometimes, we all have demons to fight, and we can all feel overwhelmed; so, stop making your life even harder! In this article we'll talk about five tips in Addiction Freedom: 5 Ways ...