Category: Addiction Recovery

Nicotine is a highly addictive substance found in cigarettes, vapes, chewing tobacco, and other tobacco products. While many people assume it’s just a stimulant, the truth is more complicated. So, is nicotine a stimulant, a...

It’s easy to laugh things off when you’re hurting. Many people in recovery use humor to keep the pain away. It can feel safer to make a joke than to talk about what really happened....

Love is a powerful force capable of withstanding the most challenging trials life throws at us. Being married to an addict can test the resilience of a marriage is the presence of drug or alcohol...

Imagine feeling an intense desire, one that seems to take over your thoughts completely. This feeling, known as a craving, is more than just a strong want. It's a powerful drive that can influence behavior...

Addiction recovery looks different for everyone—but it can feel especially confusing if you're neurodivergent. Maybe group therapy feels overwhelming. Maybe you’ve been misdiagnosed, or no one ever explained why things feel harder for you. You're...