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The journey through recovery from addiction is different for everyone. Each person’s experience with addiction is riddled with its own set of challenges and obstacles to overcome. Just as each person’s experience with addiction is unique, their journey in recovery is highly individualized. Everyone that has overcome addiction has particular needs in life after that require specialized care in order to ensure treatment is most effective. …Read More

The stories listed here describe the paths of people who have overcome addiction. Told from each author’s unique perspective, the benefits of individualized treatment and traditional therapeutic approaches are outlined along with new ways of staying clean. In recovery, it is important to develop healthy relationships with others in treatment. The history, experiences, and approaches of those who have succeeded and stayed sober can be extremely beneficial, helping others learn new ways to overcome similar challenges. Together, the sober community supports and enables success through the development of healthy relationships and the sharing of personal experiences.

Recovery is an ongoing process that requires dedication in order to maintain long-term sobriety. Engaging with the sober community and assisting others in their own journey provides those who have achieved sobriety the unique opportunity to reflect on their own journeys and use their experiences to help others. Sharing recovery stories can provide a space to be introspective and consider the factors and influences that enabled success. The unique perspectives these stories contain provide an extra layer of therapeutic benefit to those who have shared in a common problem and solution.

Although recovery is filled with ups and downs, the achievements it offers are tremendous. These posts provide a unique look into the experiences of those who have battled addiction and come out victorious. Their stories serve as an example, a guide, and a beacon of hope for those following in their footsteps.

Here you will find stories about people who have recovered, information about different treatment programs, and an inside look at a life in recovery from addiction. Show Less.

Recovery

December 17, 2019

Certified Recovery Specialists: An Essential Profession

If you are searching for a career that truly can make a positive impact on others, the work of certified recovery specialist might be a…

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Family & Relationships

parents role in early intervention

April 23, 2018

For Parents: What is Your Role in Your Child’s Early Intervention & Recovery?

If your child is struggling with addiction, you may also be grappling with a tidal wave of emotions. Feeling unsure, confused, sad, or stressed is…

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Recovery

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November 21, 2017

10 Tips for Staying Positive in Early Recovery

Everyone experiences positive and negative moments in life. For many with addiction, the negative moments can play a substantial role in the development of substance…

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Recovery

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November 14, 2017

Gratitude: A Daily Routine | The Benefits of Gratitude in Recovery

People most frequently discuss gratitude and being thankful during the holiday season. They are often acknowledging the benefits they have or received or will receive.…

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Recovery

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October 23, 2017

#FitLife: Regaining Health Through Exercise

It seems as though every day is the new World [fill in the blank] Day. This month, posts about World Mental Health Day flooded social…

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Drugs & Addiction

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October 13, 2017

Challenges for Young Adults in Addiction Treatment

Addiction recovery is a difficult process for anyone, but young adults face a unique set of challenges that can make the process more daunting. Young…

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Recovery

Healing Body With Food Nutritional Diet Tips for Addicts Recovery

September 12, 2017

Healing the Body With Food: Nutritional & Diet Tips for Addicts in Recovery

Nutrition programs are rapidly gaining popularity in treatment programs because of their ability to positively impact recovery. Diet and nutrition have an enormous impact on…

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August 9, 2017

Women in Recovery | Why Choose Gender-Specific Treatment?

Individualized treatment is crucial to successful recovery. When treatment is designed to address each individual’s needs, it tends to more effectively address the underlying issues…

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August 7, 2017

Mindfulness and Recovery from Addiction

Addiction recovery continues to evolve as new information becomes available. Studies and new approaches to recovery allow us to explore how our experiences shape the…

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