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.

Evidenced Based Treatment for Prescription Drug Abuse

Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC Special Projects Coordinator at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope Prescription drug abuse is something that develops as a result of many different factors.  Individuals who have found themselves addicted to prescription painkillers likely have many different aspects that have influenced these behaviors, including a genetic predisposition, accessibility to prescription drugs, [...]
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Step 7: Humility Before Change

humility-before-change Contributor:  W. Travis Stewart, LPC, NCC writer for Addiction Hope In his book Inside Out, Christian Psychologist Larry Crabb tells of a man who came to him for counseling. At the beginning of the session the client had an urgent request: “I want to feel better quick.” I paused for a moment, then replied, “I [...]
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Detoxing During College: Will I Still Make It Through School? 

Boy Hungover After Using Alcohol And Marijuana _ Addiction Hope Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Special Projects Coordinator at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope Living under the influence of drugs or alcohol is more like surviving one day to the next.  College students who struggle with an addiction to drugs and alcohol likely struggle with a multitude of complications, including trying to keep up academically [...]
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The Holistic Approach: How Exercise Can Aid Recovery

Women using Exercise in Addiction Recovery In a recent Danish study, addicts who completed the researchers’ exercise program reported improved quality of life and energy levels, better body image, and reduced drug intake. A small portion of the test group even refrained from drug use altogether in the long term. This study shows the possibility that exercise, in conjunction with other forms of treatment, can [...]
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How to Complete Your Degree after Struggling with a Drug Addiction

completing-a-degree-after-addiction Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Special Projects Coordinator at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope The struggle with an addiction to drugs or alcohol is one that results in many unwanted consequences.  The good news is that recovery and treatment allows an individual to find healing and restoration, and thankfully, many of the consequences of addiction [...]
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