Family and friends play an integral role in the drug addiction recovery process. They provide support and encouragement. However, when a loved one deals with addiction, it may strain relationships to the breaking point and leave friendships fractured. Recovering from drug or alcohol addiction is challenging enough without also needing to rebuild trust with family...
Did you know that it is estimated that 21 million Americans have at least one addiction? Yet, only about 10 percent will receive treatment. (cf addictioncenter.com) There are various reasons for this; however, a big one is the availability of treatment. Drug and alcohol counselors play an integral role in the lives of individuals that...
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, drug overdose deaths exceeded 100,000 in the 12 months beginning in April 2020. While the drug of choice for Americans has shifted many times over the decades, Americans will continue to need addiction help. If you want to help, you’ll need the knowledge and credentials. InterCoast Colleges...
Twenty-one million people globally find themselves struggling with addiction. As the crisis continues to grow, we must have working professionals to provide the services they need to get their lives back on track. An addiction studies degree can help you take your passion for helping people and make a difference in someone’s life. It’s hard...
More Americans are battling increasing stress, anxiety, and depression due to the pandemic. As a result,13.3% of Americans choose to self-medicate or “escape” with illicit substances (CF CDC). When addicts finally hit rock bottom, they often begin to seek help for their addictions. Many people who counsel addicts have overcome their addiction and are working...
Being in recovery doesn’t make it easy to date. For anyone who has struggled with addiction, it may feel like every potential partner is asking for trust and to take a risk on someone they barely know. However, being in recovery can make dating challenging, but it doesn’t mean it’s impossible, or there aren’t ways...
Approximately 22.3 million people in the United States live in recovery after battling addiction. Some studies show that 3 out of 4 addicts eventually find healing and live fulfilling lives. Are you recovering from addiction? Have you gone through a considerable transformation from active addiction? Do you want to know how you can help others...
Overcoming addiction is one of the hardest things anyone will have to do. But it can be made easier. Addiction can significantly impact your life and mental health and result in substantial changes to your lifestyle. When you spend all your time and energy focusing on overcoming addiction, it’s easy to let other aspects of...
Every year since 1949, Mental Health America has held Mental Health Month. Along with affiliates across the United States, Mental Health America strives to share the importance of mental health with millions of people through media coverage, mental health screenings, and events led by individuals and organizations. Especially this year, mental health is a topic...
Drug and alcohol addiction is a pervasive problem in the United States. According to a recent national survey, nearly 20% of teens and adults struggle with a substance abuse disorder. Alcohol is the leading source of addiction (74%), while illicit drugs account for 38% of reported instances of addiction. Many of those people can successfully...