Why is Alcohol So Addictive?
Alcohol Abuse & Dependence
What Makes Alcohol Addictive?
Alcohol addiction, or alcohol use disorder, is a medical condition characterized by the compulsive use of alcohol …
The Difference Between Hydrocodone & Oxycodone
Addiction Treatment Options
Opioid Dependence & Recovery
In the mid-1990s, major pharmaceutical companies developed prescription painkillers like hydrocodone and oxycodone and began pitching them …
How Do I Pay for Detox?
Addiction Treatment Questions
Paying for Medical Detox
You have been struggling with an addictive disorder for a significant amount of time. Substance use has started …
Am I an Addict?
Drug & Alcohol Addiction Signs & Symptoms
Am I Addicted?
What is addiction, and how can you tell if you’ve been struggling with a diagnosable …
What Do Pain Pills Look Like?
How to Recognize Opioid Painkillers
Pain Pill Identifier
Prescription pain pills, also known as painkillers, are a type of medication most commonly utilized for the …
2021 National Recovery Month Events in Maine
September is National Recovery Month in Maine
Your Guide to This Year’s Local & Virtual Events
September is officially National Recovery Month, which is a …
Using FMLA for Alcohol Detox When You Have a Job
How to Go to Detox with FMLA
Taking a Leave of Absence From Work
There are many important factors to consider when it comes to …
COVID-19 & Alcohol Addiction Rates
Consequences of the Coronavirus
How COVID-19 Has Affected Alcohol Abuse Rates
One unfortunate reality of the pandemic has been its effect on the rates of …
Getting Sober with My Boyfriend
Relationships & Addiction
Tips for Getting Sober with a Partner
Getting sober can be scary at first. Not only are you venturing into unknown territory, …
Seeking Sobriety While in College
Addiction Treatment
For College Students
College can be a time of self-exploration and discovery; of personal growth and emotional development. It can also be a …
