With a sigh of relief, we said goodbye to 2020 and hello to a fresh start with 2021. This is the time that we often set our sights on changing for the better by committing to choices that are healthier both physically and mentally. If substance use crept into your life in 2020 and you...Read More
A vicious cycle exists between trauma and addiction. Trauma often causes its victims to self-medicate with drugs or alcohol. Oftentimes, this leads to addiction and further trauma. For this reason, it’s essential that rehabilitation treats not only the addiction but the trauma that may have created it in the first place. More and more research...Read More
If you are at the beginning of your recovery journey, one of your greatest assets is a good sponsor. Your sponsor, who is most likely a part of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA), can bring you one step closer to a lasting recovery. Consider these 5 qualities to look for in a sponsor...Read More
He is a former NFL star and 3-time Super Bowl player. He is the newly named Recovery Ambassador for Oglethorpe, Inc., the parent company of the newly restructured The Blackberry Center. And he is a recovering addict. Vance Johnson‘s experiences have led him to his life’s purpose: to help others on their journey to recovery. He is on...Read More
No one ever anticipates having to struggle with addiction. It is not something we plan. But drug abuse and addiction can take hold of anyone – including yourself and your loved ones. Let’s take an in-depth look at 3 common factors that can lead to addiction. Mental health struggles Struggles with mental health and substance abuse...Read More
