Addiction Recovery Methods & Support Articles and Resources

Addiction Hope dedicates a significant portion of our attention to addiction recovery methods & support methods and the latest treatment for substance abuse, mental health conditions, and process addictions. Continue reading below for the latest blog posts related to recovery and support. In the “Recovery & Support Navigation” menu, click on the drop-down arrow to find helpful resources on interventions, detoxification, support groups, recovery books and much more.

Resources for Pregnant Women Facing Addiction

Pregnant mother with her daughter According to SAMHSA, 11.6% of pregnant women aged 15-44 years, used alcohol, while 17.3% used tobacco, and 6% use prescription medications while 4.3% used illicit drugs [6]. Research has shown that providing comprehensive drug treatment and prenatal care for the mother and child, significantly improves birth outcomes and child’s development. Pregnant women who are dependent [...]
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How to Find Your Perfect Program in 2017

Man after rehab considering changing careers New year means new opportunities, new potential for change and growth and greater capacity for freedom and joy. In my last blog post, I urged you to consider getting professional help in fighting your addiction so that you wouldn’t go at it alone. I encouraged you with several compelling reasons why you might need professional [...]
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What Are Co-Occurring Disorders and How Are These Connected With Addiction?

Man in recovery on the beach Written by Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Sponsored By Seasons in Malibu Addiction Treatment Center Addiction and substance abuse is a worldwide problem, negatively affecting countless individuals with the damaging repercussions that result from substance abuse. The rampant addiction problem that includes abuse of substances like alcohol, illicit drugs, pharmaceuticals, and more is not felt [...]
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How Do I Forgive My Spouse Who Betrayed Me in a Sexual Addiction?

Spouse holding hands The devastating fallout of sexual addictions is de-stabilizing and wreaking havoc on the average American family. It’s been reported that 50% of all men and 30 % of all women have an active engagement with pornographic material (and here’s the sad truth, most studies show that it’s not much different in the Church). We’ve traded [...]
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Are Adderall Alternatives Appropriate for My Child With ADD/ADHD?

Boy on skateboard Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), are disorders that affect the regions of the brain for attention, focus, and functioning. The prefrontal cortex, which is the ‘secretary’ for the mind is the executive functioning for how humans organize and execute thought and behaviors [1]. The prefrontal region in the brain is [...]
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