by anthonym@sunshinebh.com | Feb 2, 2016 | Chapters Blog
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and it’s time to start planning that special day together. For those in recovery, dating can be especially tough because many people’s go-to idea is going out for drinks. There are also those who enjoy going clubbing or bar...
by anthonym@sunshinebh.com | Jan 31, 2016 | Chapters Blog
Choosing a life of sobriety can be hard when you’re so enveloped in active addiction. Drugs and alcohol change the way you think, feel, and act. Even though you want to kick addiction, your brain and body can make this very difficult. Experiencing the symptoms of...
by anthonym@sunshinebh.com | Jan 13, 2016 | Chapters Blog
When it comes to dealing with pain, many people turn to drugs or alcohol for relief. This can be a way of self-medicating and getting temporary reprieve. But regular substance use can quickly spiral into addiction and does nothing to address the underlying issues....
by anthonym@sunshinebh.com | Jan 11, 2016 | Chapters Blog
One of the pillars of addiction recovery is having a strong support network. It’s important to have people you can turn to in times of struggle and celebration. This network may include close family members or friends, therapists or counselors, and members of the...
by anthonym@sunshinebh.com | Jan 9, 2016 | Chapters Blog
People go to drug and alcohol rehab at all stages of addiction. Some enter treatment when they first recognize they have a problem to prevent it from becoming worse, others go when they’ve hit their own “rock bottom,” and then there are others who go if they’ve had a...