When a loved one comes home from drug rehab, it can be awkward and uncomfortable for family members. There is a lot of second-guessing on what to do and not to do. Are you saying the right thing? Should you or should you not involve them in family activities? Is it okay to tell them to get a job?...
Latest From Our Addiction Blog Page 29 of 50
Jan
01
2019
Quitting a bad habit is probably one of the most popular yet commonly broken New Year’s resolutions of all time. At the start of the year, a lot of people promise themselves to quit smoking, junk food, alcohol or drugs. But just like a cheesy ballad on repeat, this becomes a cycle that never seem...
Dec
18
2018
Christmas is around the corner and one popular question for recovering addicts is the possibility of going outside their treatment center to spend time with their loved ones. Many people think that this is an obvious “yes” but you’d be surprised to know that unless you are at the very late stage ...
Dec
18
2018
The holidays can be a tough time for people in recovery. How can you get through the season when drinking and being merry are not in your options? While there are several helpful advice that may help you change your mindset and approach, knowing some practical tips is also very useful to help you...
Sep
12
2018
Hypnosis or hypnotherapy is the process of using relaxation techniques to induce suggestions on the mind, which then affect the conscious mind, which is thought to be effective in treating substance use disorders related to behavioral problems. While often a subject of contention in medical circl...
Sep
05
2018
The word 'parent' has always seemed a bit foreign to me, more like a vague concept rather than the solid idea I always thought it should be. As a teenager, I would hear other kids at school complain about having a curfew while I secretly wished that my dad would care enough to give me one.A Stole...
Aug
29
2018
Whether you’ve recently left rehab or have been in recovery for some time, relapse is always a risk. Taking the time and care to build good habits revolving around keeping your mental and physical health in a good place, helping you to cope with cravings, and building a support network so that wh...
Aug
22
2018
Clubs and raves are almost as well-known for their drugs as for music and dancing, with millions of people around the world participating in a culture of use and abuse while out. These drugs range from the well-known MDMA (methylenedioxymethamphetamine) to a range of less-identifiable drugs known...
Aug
15
2018
When the time came in my recovery to apologize to and make amends with all of the people I hurt during my using, I expected I would finally be free of all of the guilt I carried.It didn't quite work out that way.The Value of an ApologyFirst of all, not everyone accepted my apology or wanted to ma...
Aug
09
2018
Boundaries are an incredibly healthy part of any relationship, but when your loved one is addicted to a substance, good boundaries can mean the difference between a toxic relationship that harms you and them and one in which both of you can benefit. Addiction changes people, damaging the ego and ...
BLOG CATEGORIES
WHY CHOOSE LIGHTHOUSE
- Affordable Drug Rehab and Detox Center
- CARF Certified
- Homelike setting and world-class facilities
- State licensed and certified
- Most PPO insurance accepted
- Specialized Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programs
- Licensed and well-qualified professional staff
Google Reviews
Logan A.
Good day reader,
Words cannot describe the amount of gratitude and admiration I have for this place. The staff, clinical teams, kitchen chefs,...
Clara B.
This was my first time attending a residential treatment center and didn't know what to expect. The staff here is above and beyond wonderful!! From the...
David R.
Wonderful place if you're serious about recovery. The staff is genuine and care. Clean and great meals. Mike from staff is a solid guy. my therapist Desiree...
