Is It Time to Get Your Loved One Help for Addiction?
Your loved one may not think that they have a problem – they probably believe that their substance use is under control, and that they can stop at any...
23Apr
Long Term Addiction Treatment: The Benefits of Continued Care
Recovery is a lifestyle change and ongoing process where you must continually put in effort to improve every day. It’s not something with a finish line.
11Apr
Family Support & Education in Recovery
Substance use affects everyone in the family, not just the person under the influence. According to The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, addiction is a family disease....
05Apr
Stress Awareness Month: The Importance of Self-Care in Recovery
April is Stress Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to check in with yourself and refresh your self-care routine. Many of us struggle to put ourselves first,...
19Mar
UW Fraternities Ban Hard Liquor: What That Means for Partying College Students
Ahead of a nationwide ban, the University of Washington has prohibited alcohol above 15 percent ABV – hard liquors – at fraternity events and on chapter property. The policy...
15Mar
Early Recovery: How to Build Healthy Habits That Stick
Addiction affects every aspect of your life, from physical wellbeing to mental health and relationships. When you’re in the grip of drugs and alcohol, your priorities turn upside-down. It...
12Mar
Cross-Addiction and Relapse
With an increasing use of alcohol and other drugs, Marty somehow survived his college years and graduated. But, after screwing up several job interviews because he was high or...
06Mar
Pink Cloud Syndrome in Early Recovery: Managing That “Top of the World” Feeling
There’s something about clouds. We use them to describe our feelings. If we’re super happy, we’re on Cloud Nine. If we’re depressed, a dark cloud hangs over us. If...
26Feb
Seattle-Area Sober Events, Recovery Meetings & Activities
Whether you’re new to substance misuse treatment or you’re a recovery veteran, you’ve probably experienced the challenge of finding drug- and alcohol-free recreation, social groups and hobbies. Since much...
