Drug-Induced Psychosis
Psychosis is a complex mental state that can significantly disrupt your thoughts, behaviors, and perception of the world around you. Because it alters how your brain processes information, this...
15Jan
Mental Wellness Activities
January is Mental Wellness Month, a crucial reminder of the importance of mental well-being. Nurturing your mental health is especially pertinent in winter, when many people in the Pacific...
08Jan
The Benefits of Sobriety
Choosing a sober lifestyle involves much more than deciding to stop drinking or taking drugs; it can lead to profound improvements in all aspects of life. At Lakeside-Milam Recovery...
27Dec
How Can Getting Sober Help Your Finances?
While substance abuse’s detrimental effects on physical, mental, and emotional health are well-documented, the financial toll it takes is equally alarming. At Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers, we recognize the importance...
18Dec
How to Find a Sponsor
Embracing the power of community and support is a transformative step in overcoming addiction. After the isolation and secrecy that often characterize active addiction, reaching out for help can...
11Dec
Why You Need an Aftercare Plan
When you decide to overcome addiction, it’s natural to view the initial stay in residential treatment as the most significant hurdle. However, recovery doesn’t end when you complete your...
04Dec
What Putting Your Recovery First Looks Like
Sustaining your sobriety requires dedication, patience, and an unwavering commitment to your goals. It’s about actively crafting an environment and lifestyle that champions your ongoing recovery and helps you...
08Nov
Cold-Weather Wellness: Boosting Mental Health
As the leaves in Seattle transition from vibrant green to autumn’s golds and reds, and eventually fall to reveal the stark branches of winter, many of us may experience...
30Oct
What Is the Seattle Freeze?
Seattle’s natural beauty, iconic skyline, and lush greenery promise an ideal environment for newcomers. Still, many people who move here describe an unexpected social challenge nicknamed the “Seattle Freeze.”...
