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Like any significant life transition, finding employment during your recovery journey can feel intimidating at times. The good news is, a little anxiety associated with the uncertainty of finding a job is to be expected, and can even serve as a catalyst to propel you forward. And like other situations that involve elements of the…

When an individual struggling to overcome addiction decides it’s time to seek help in the form of a drug or alcohol recovery center, finding one isn’t necessarily difficult. Choosing the one that will be the best fit and boost your chances of long-term sobriety success, however, can seem like an overwhelming task. The following list…

These days many of our daily tasks are going digital, addiction recovery apps included. And while digital applications will likely never fully replace the benefits of real-time, face-to-face interactions and support programs, apps bring with them more pros than cons. For example, they’re available at the critical point when someone needs to reach out for…

Deciding to stop taking drugs or alcohol is an overwhelmingly positive move. Unfortunately, however, for those whose bodies and minds are accustomed to (and psychologically or physiologically dependent on) substances, withdrawal symptoms may occur as the amounts of drugs and alcohol are reduced or immediately stopped. Symptoms typically vary depending on how long someone has…

I had been fighting issues with alcohol addiction for five+ years. I simply couldn’t get it through my sick skull that alcohol would eventually take me out for good. I wanted to be sober, but still wanted to be “normal.” My life in denial was simply not working. What happened? I finally gave up and…

The season of giving is upon us and the stress of finding the perfect gift that is both meaningful, practical, and special has set in. This is especially tricky when you are getting gifts for someone in recovery. Here are 10 gift ideas to let your loved one know that you care about them and…

Getting sober required you to assess and repair many different aspects of your life and getting your bank account in order is no different. While addicted, it is not uncommon for your hard-earned cash to disappear more rapidly than they were earned, so it’s no surprise that many recently sober or recovering individuals suffer from…

If you have a loved one who is struggling with addiction and wonder if they have an additional mental issue, chances are good you may be exactly right. Addiction and mental illness oftentimes go hand in hand, which is referred to as a co-occurring disorder or dual diagnosis. At Choice House, we focus on healing…

Mindful meditation during drug and alcohol addiction recovery is a powerful way to achieve mental balance and relaxation on a daily basis. We emphasize this practice strongly during our drug rehab programs and encourage you to continue with it following treatment. If meditation seems like a foreign concept, we have a few tips to start…