Sober Stories

The holidays can be difficult for anyone. But they can be especially tough for an addict or an alcoholic thanks to elevated stress levels, increased…

Caffeine is found in many beverages consumed by young American adults including energy drinks, coffee, and soft drinks. It is not uncommon to find people…

Unlike any other treatment center, Sober College offers clients the opportunity to complete college courses through Woodbury University, on-site at the learning center while they…

Synthetic cannabinoids are designer drugs that are created to mimic the effects of THC found in marijuana. It is often made from herbs, incense, or…

At Sober College, sobriety is one of the Five Core Competencies that shape our drug treatment program. As part of this competency, clients are exposed…

A co-occurring disorder, or comorbidity, refers to the occurrence of two or more disorders in one person. This may refer to disorders that happen at…

According to a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and substance abuse is “inextricably intertwined.” Several studies have found…

Alcohol is one of the most commonly abused substances in the United States. Nearly one in six individuals consumes too much alcohol. With the perceived…

Sleep is characterized by two different types of activities: slow wave sleep (SWS) and rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. Sleep begins in the SWS phase,…