Willingway Hospital blog articles in the field of substance use disorders and addiction recovery. Here you will find news, information, and inspiration about drug and alcohol addiction and recovery.
When you’ve worked hard to achieve sobriety, daily life is easier in many ways. But few of us are completely stress-free. Often through no fault of your own, any number of circumstances can interfere with your desire to maintain a peaceful life. However, what’s in your control is the ability to recognize stressors early on...
Everywhere you turn, there’s a new podcast. How did these programs become so popular? One reason is the ease of listening: instead of sitting down and tuning in at a particular time, you can switch one on at your convenience and take a walk, do some chores, or work on a hobby. Another reason is...
There you are, standing by the buffet table at your grandmother’s house, when Uncle Fred slips up beside you and says, “So! You’re fresh out of rehab! How ya’ feelin’?” Now what? Whether you’re gathered with family during the holiday season or helping your cousin move across town, don’t be surprised if people want to...
When people recover from substance abuse, everything isn’t automatically okay. It might be hard to hear that, but it’s essential to understand that your body and mind went through major changes because of drugs or alcohol. This fact is one of the primary reasons why people are cautioned not to quit cold turkey, but instead...
