Can You Work While Attending Outpatient Rehab?
One of the biggest concerns people have when considering addiction treatment is whether they will have to leave their job. Work may provide income, health insurance, structure, and a sense of purpose. Walking away from it—even temporarily—may not feel realistic. The good news is that many people can continue working while attending outpatient rehab. In […]
Learning to Experience Pleasure Again Without Substances
Why Pleasure Feels Different in Recovery One of the most discouraging parts of early recovery is realizing that things do not feel as enjoyable as they used to. Music may seem flat. Food may feel less exciting. Socializing, hobbies, or even moments of rest may not bring the same sense of reward a person hoped […]
COVID-19 & Its Impact on the Recovery Community
As treatment providers for substance abuse, we all know that social distancing goes against everything we have been trained with regard to treatment of addiction. We tell our clients from the beginning of their treatment to reach out to others, be honest, share their feelings, DO NOT BE ALONE TOO LONG, AND DO NOT ISOLATE. […]