Author: Sana Lake
Sana Lake Recovery Center is a Joint Commission Accredited addiction treatment program. We offer a safe and trustworthy facility for people struggling with substance abuse.
Your Ultimate Guide to Using Medication for Alcoholism
When you’re suffering from an alcohol use disorder, you may feel as though all is lost and there is nothing left for you to fight for. But do you know that millions of people, just like you, each year seek treatment to overcome their alcohol use disorder (AUD)? Sobriety is a journey that takes time, […]
7 Arguments for the Importance of Nature to Addiction Recovery
Overcoming an addiction is a difficult experience. Victims of addiction face hardships that extend beyond the addiction itself, impacting mental and physical health. But one abundant force has the power to aid in recovery, providing support for the individual that furthers the healing process. And it’s something we have plenty of nature. Increase your chances […]
The Benefits of Exercise in Addiction Recovery
Most people are well aware of the challenges that people face when they're going through the addiction recovery process. When people first quit drugs or alcohol, they often experience intense cravings. They also typically encounter a series of withdrawal symptoms. But one of the biggest challenges that people are forced to face over time is the boredom that [...]Drug Overdose 101: The Top Signs of Drug Overdose and What to Do if One Occurs
Around 23.5 million Americans over the age of 12 struggle with drug addiction. In fact, the CDC reported over 63,000 deaths in our nation caused by drug overdoses in 2016. That’s more than double the number of drug overdoses during the last decade. Overdose deaths have spiked. It's an upsetting trend that's constantly growing. We might look [...]Rebuilding Your Social Life: How to Find Sober Friends After Rehab
Addiction is a chronic disease that affects over 23 million Americans. Like many other chronic diseases, addiction can be treated but not cured. Following a treatment program or rehab, it's up to you to manage your recovery and avoid the triggers that fueled your addiction. When you're new to recovery, finding sober friends is an important part of that management. And the first [...]Visiting Family in Rehab: The Top Do’s and Don’ts
Your family member finally made the right decision to complete a rehab treatment. However, the decision wasn’t an easy one no matter how simple it may seem to us. This was a big step for them, and it’s definitely one in the right direction. Now that they’ve been away in rehab, you’re looking to visit […]
