Addiction Recovery Steps

Addiction Recovery Steps

The addiction recovery steps taught by different groups, such as Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Drug Addicts Anonymous (DAA), and so on are similar. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) was the pioneer in providing seemingly hopeless...
6 Tips for Staying Sober During the Holidays

6 Tips for Staying Sober During the Holidays

Staying sober during the holidays can be a little tricky for those who new to recovery. The holidays are a time of hustle and bustle, shopping, parties, gifting, and family time. The holidays can be wonderfully fun sometimes, but they can also cause some serious...
Importance of a Sponsor

Importance of a Sponsor

When an individual decides to seek help for an addiction issue, it is often suggested that they find a sponsor and ‘work the steps.’ Recovery support groups have helped many people who struggle with addiction find freedom and peace.  Many of these groups follow a...
Recovering From Alcohol Abuse

Recovering From Alcohol Abuse

Recovering from alcohol abuse takes more than a desire to stop drinking. For best results, recovery begins with professional detox. A medical team supervises the period of withdrawal from alcohol to mitigate discomfort and guard against potentially severe or deadly...