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RESOURCES FOR RECOVERY
Supporting Individuals On Their Journey To Recovery
Addiction recovery resources, articles and information to educate and empower those seeking a path to recovery. It's an invaluable tool for anyone looking for guidance, insight, and support in overcoming addiction or helping a friend or family member on their path to recovery.

What Are the Signs of a High-Functioning Addict?
When most people think of addiction, they often picture someone whose life is visibly falling apart—missed work, financial troubles,...
Mar 5


Daily Habits That Strengthen Long-Term Sobriety
Discover daily habits that strengthen long-term sobriety. Learn how Care Addiction Center supports lasting recovery.
Feb 3


Sibling Perspectives: Supporting a Brother or Sister in Recovery
Supporting a sibling through addiction recovery is a journey that intertwines compassion, understanding, and resilience. As brothers and...
Jan 6

How to Foster a Recovery-Friendly Home Environment
Creating a supportive home environment is a pivotal component in the journey toward addiction recovery...
Dec 2, 2024


How Outpatient Treatment Can Help Substance Abuse Recovery
Outpatient treatment offers flexible substance abuse recovery with therapy and support while maintaining daily life.
Oct 8, 2024


How To Know If An Addict Is Serious About Recovery
Determining if an addict is serious about recovery means observing behaviors/attitudes that indicate genuine commitment and ongoing effort.
Sep 18, 2024


Setting Healthy Boundaries In Addiction Recovery
Having healthy boundaries helps create a safe space where you can heal, grow, and build a better life in addiction recovery.
Aug 15, 2024


How To Support A Parent In Recovery
Watching a parent struggle with addiction can be challenging. It requires patience, understanding & active support. Here’s how you can help.
Jul 23, 2024


Role Of An Addictionologist In Addiction Recovery
Guiding patients through the recovery process, an addictionologist offers a blend of medical expertise and compassionate care.
Jun 18, 2024


The 12 Steps of AA
The 12 Steps of AA continue to transform lives. Learn more about the 12 Steps and help finding sobriety from addiction, healing, and growth.
May 15, 2024


8 Barriers To Addiction Treatment
More than 4 in 10 adults who need addiction treatment do not get care - but why not seek treatment? What barriers are in the way?
Apr 17, 2024


Signs You Are Enabling An Addict
Recognizing signs of enabling can help family members and loved ones stop enabling behaviors and encourage the addicted person to seek help.
Mar 13, 2024


How Can Family Be Involved In The Addiction Treatment Process?
Involving family members in the addiction treatment process is beneficial for both the family and the person in recovery.
Feb 14, 2024


Navigating The Bermuda Triangle Of Addiction
A perfect storm of drug, alcohol, and family issues during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years is the Bermuda Triangle of addiction.
Dec 20, 2023


Habit Vs Addiction
While habits can become deeply rooted and hard to break, they are not the same as compulsive behavior that comes with addiction.
Sep 20, 2023


The Role Of Medication In Addiction Treatment
Addiction is challenging - effective treatment may include medication to lessen cravings and withdrawal so individuals to focus on recovery.
Sep 13, 2023


Addiction Denial
Individuals with addiction may deny behaviors or signs of addiction. How to know if they are in denial of addiction, and when to seek help.
Aug 23, 2023


The 5 Pillars Of Addiction Recovery
Recovery from addiction involves five foundational pillars of comprehensive and holistic well-being.
Aug 16, 2023


Why Aftercare Is Important To Recovery
Aftercare plays a vital role in maintaining long-term sobriety and preventing relapse by allowing patients to be connected and accountable.
Jul 26, 2023


Hangover Signs & Symptoms
Hangovers after a night of drinking can be painful. But what are the signs and symptoms of a hangover- and when does it become an emergency?
Jul 21, 2023


Kane County DUI Evaluations
It's intimidating learn all the steps in the DUI process - we aim to make the process simple.
Jul 19, 2023


5 Rules Of Recovery
Wondering if you’re on the right track to recovery? These 5 rules are helpful to keep you centered and on the path to recovery.
Jun 21, 2023


What You Learn In Family Therapy
Family members are encouraged to join family therapy and assist their loved one in recovery. But what do you learn in family therapy?
Jun 14, 2023


What Is Considered Heavy Drinking?
Heavy drinking means exceeding the recommended limit for moderate or low-risk drinking. But what is low-risk and what is excessive?
May 24, 2023
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