Addiction Blog
When to Worry About Heart Palpitations
Long-term drug and alcohol use can damage organs and tissues throughout your body, including your heart and cardiovascular system. Irregular heartbeat, also known as atrial …
Mental Health Statistics by State: How We Rank
While many Americans struggle with mental illnesses like anxiety and PTSD, most of them do not seek treatment from a qualified professional. The ripple effects …
President Biden Recognizes National Recovery Month
September is National Recovery Month In a recent proclamation from the White House, President Biden formally recognized September as National Recovery Month. In this message, …
Study: Treating Alcoholism With Medication
Though alcohol is legal, culturally acceptable and easily obtainable, that does not make it safe to consume. Tragically, alcoholism is a leading cause of disability, …
International Self-Care Day
Self-care has become somewhat of a buzzword in recent years, but it’s more than a passing fad. Self-care encompasses any healthy activity you do to …
Anxiety at Work
While some amount of stress is inevitable in daily life, many professionals in high-pressure careers face consistently high stress levels. Anxiety can make you dread …
Going Back to Work After Rehab
You have successfully completed treatment for your addiction to drugs or alcohol and are ready to return to your job. Restarting your career can be …
What is Professional Laboratory Monitoring?
Random drug and alcohol testing is a requirement for many safety-sensitive professions. Pilots and other transportation professionals must be tested regularly to ensure they are …
What is a Silent Retreat? | Spirituality and Recovery
Sometimes you just need to be still and reflect. That can be difficult to do in a hectic world, especially as working professional who is …
Government Provides Addiction Resources During COVID-19
The coronavirus outbreak has disrupted a lot of normal activities in everyone’s daily life. As a professional in addiction treatment, you may need additional support …