The Tipsy Mom: Coping Our Way Through Motherhood
Drinking is a common coping strategy in motherhood. Learn how to recognize when the drinking has become a problem, and what to do if you need help.
“Recovery” vs. “Recovered”
In the traditional 12 step approach to addiction treatment, recovery is a lifelong process. At Practical Recovery, we think a full recovery is possible.
From AA to AfA: What Works?
Not all paths in recovery lead to AA. While AA may work for some, there are several other evidence based approaches such as Antabuse and SMART Recovery.
Staying Safe: Sexual Violence, Substance Misuse & The Restoration Inn
Our very own Jessica Yaffa speaks to KUSI about sexual violence, how to stay safe and The Restoration Inn!
A Review: The Business of Recovery
A documentary film directed by Adam Finberg and produced by Greg Horvath | Review by Tom Horvath, Ph.D. What do you really know about the addiction rehab industry? Like most people, you may be under the impression that addiction treatment is a life-saving, highly ethical enterprise, with services provided by highly trained professionals. You might […]
Building Trust in Recovery
While it can be daunting to think about repairing your important relationships, here are 5 ways to help you manage the process:
Staying Friends with Using Buddies
In early recovery, many people face a choice: whether to continue friendships with people who may still be using or to end those friendships in order to protect their own sobriety.
Making Amends
by Devon Berkheiser, Psy.D. For members of AA/NA, making amends is part of the program. The 9th step of the 12 steps is to make direct amends to people that have been hurt. Practical Recovery and SMART Recovery don’t have a specific recommendation about making amends, but many people in recovery want to repair and […]
Baby Boomers and the Rise of Drug Use Among Older Adults
Zusha Elinson, for the Wall Street Journal looks at the increased drug use, arrests and overdoses amongst the elderly population.
The Cost of Rehab: Why Is Rehab So Expensive?
The fees for residential rehab range widely, from under $5,000 per month to over 10 times that amount. What should rehab cost, and what should it include?