Recovery is about a lot more than merely abstinence from alcohol or other substances. The journey of recovery is about becoming the person that alcohol and substances wouldn’t let us […]
Treatment
The importance of a parent’s relationship with their child can hardly be quantified. You can’t measure it, but this love is an unstoppable force that has the power to make […]
People often think of relapse as something that only happens with individuals struggling with substance use disorder (SUD). This is false. The truth is that relapses can happen with many […]
Understandably, choosing a treatment program for our child can fill us with uncertainty. After all, when we find that our child is struggling, getting them the right help, right away, […]
When our daughters are struggling with issues of mental illness or addiction, there is little doubt about what our primary purpose becomes as parents. That is to help our daughter […]
Although entering treatment can feel scary for teen girls, as time passes, they adapt to the treatment environment. In this new home, a girl may feel almost like she landed […]
The modern philosopher and Power of Now author, Eckhart Tolle, explains how our minds tend to fixate on the negative. He writes, “People tend to dwell more on negative things […]
When we think of equine therapy and the beauty of horses, it brings to mind the Book of Matthew 11:29. In it, he writes, “Ride with me and I’ll teach […]
In the Bible, Second Corinthians 4:16 tells us that “We do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.” In […]
According to Current Psychiatry Reports, “It has long been known that some disorders are chronic and relapsing in nature.” Additionally, “Recent estimates from clinical treatment studies suggest that more than […]
It is reasonable to feel overwhelmed when faced with the difficult situation of determining what the best treatment program for your child is. One of the primary quandaries that parents […]
School is a lot more than a grade on a page or report card. School is where our kids learn to grow and flourish – and they don’t do that […]
The influential ancient Greek philosopher, Epicurus, once said “It is not so much our friends’ help that helps us, as the confidence of their help.” Our interest in helping each […]
Understandably, discussing issues of sex and sexuality with your daughter can create discomfort. The truth is that the conversation will inevitably arise. When it does, you should discuss sexuality with […]
Issues of substance use and mental health do not adhere to our preferred schedules and planned timelines. Ensuring proper treatment is available at all times can be critical when trying […]
