Managing Stress in Recovery: 6 Keys to Overcoming Challenges

Laura Corzo

Everyday stress leads us to a critical question: Does stress affect addiction recovery? The answer is a resounding yes. Stress can be a silent enemy during recovery, capable of triggering cravings and increasing vulnerability to relapse. However, you can fight back. By understanding how stress works and learning how to manage it, it is possible to move forward with more confidence and balance toward a life free of substances.
In this GateHouse Treatment blog, we’ll explore how stress impacts the recovery process and offer practical strategies for coping with it.

How Reading for Recovery Supports Emotional Resilience in Addiction Recovery

Diana Gómez

Reading goes beyond being a form of art or entertainment. It has the unique ability to connect with our emotions, challenge our perspectives, and even heal us in unexpected ways. For individuals going through substance abuse treatment, reading for recovery can serve as more than just a distraction.

Replacing Addictions: 5 Strategies Key to Recovery

Laura Corzo

At GateHouse Treatment, we understand that addiction is not simply about choosing bad habits; it is a disease that affects brain function, driving people to engage in addictive behaviors unconsciously. It is crucial to get to the root of the problem to address addiction transfer and understand the triggers behind these behaviors.
In this blog, we will explore the concept of replacing addictions and offer strategies for breaking the pattern.

Addiction Treatment Recovery Within the LGBTQ+ Community

LGBTQ+ Community: Understanding Addiction Treatment Options

Brittany Marie

The LGBTQ+ community has been experiencing significantly high addiction rates, drawing attention to the connection between substance use disorders (SUDs) and this community.

Hydrocodone Addiction: Understanding the Side Effects

Brittany Marie

Hydrocodone, a frequently prescribed opioid pain medication, has unfortunately emerged as a significant contributor to the addiction crisis we are currently facing. Hydrocodone addiction, known as an opioid use disorder (OUD), can be highly destructive, impacting not only individuals struggling with active addiction but also those close to them who may feel worried or neglected.

Methadone and Driving: What You Need to Know About DUI Laws and Safety

Diana Gómez

For many in recovery from opioid misuse, methadone is a lifeline—a crucial part of their treatment that helps manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms. However, like any medication, it comes with certain precautions, especially when it comes to activities that require alertness. That’s why individuals need extra precautions when taking methadone and driving.

Fentanyl in Florida: A Growing Crisis Despite Declining Deaths

Diana Gómez

Even as recent data suggests a slight decline in drug-related deaths, fentanyl continues to be a significant public health crisis in Florida. While this synthetic opioid has been responsible for devastating communities across the state and country, Florida remains at the forefront of efforts to combat its spread. But despite law enforcement’s best efforts and a reported decrease in deaths caused by fentanyl in Florida, the danger is far from over.

Navigating Unsupportive Friends in Recovery: 6 Insights

Brittany Marie

In some cases, unsupportive friends can hinder the addiction recovery process for those undertaking it. These friendships can make it more difficult for those in recovery from SUDs to stop taking drugs and alcohol even though they genuinely want to.

Understanding Addiction and Self-Control: Powerful Insights to Provide Support

Laura Corzo

In this blog by GateHouse Treatment, we will explore the relationship between addiction and self-control and provide a clearer understanding of the complexity of changing behaviors when an individual is dealing with substance abuse disorder (SUD) or other addictive conditions. We also aim to highlight the importance of seeking professional support to help our loved ones overcome these mental health conditions.

Faith and Community Engagement During Recovery

Diana Gómez

When facing the challenges of substance use disorder (SUD), recovery can often feel like a lonely journey. However, one of the most powerful tools in the process of healing is the support found in faith and community engagement. These two elements can serve as a foundation of strength, helping individuals stay grounded, connected, and hopeful as they work through the ups and downs of the rehabilitation process.

Addiction Blog

Managing Stress in Recovery: 6 Keys to Overcoming Challenges

How Reading for Recovery Supports Emotional Resilience in Addiction Recovery

Replacing Addictions: 5 Strategies Key to Recovery

LGBTQ+ Community: Understanding Addiction Treatment Options

Hydrocodone Addiction: Understanding the Side Effects

Methadone and Driving: What You Need to Know About DUI Laws and Safety

Fentanyl in Florida: A Growing Crisis Despite Declining Deaths

Navigating Unsupportive Friends in Recovery: 6 Insights

Understanding Addiction and Self-Control: Powerful Insights to Provide Support

Faith and Community Engagement During Recovery

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