Can You Actually Stay Sober Without AA?
I also know that you do not have to believe in yourself 100% for others to believe in what you are doing. I don’t even think it’s possible to love and believe in yourself 100% of the time. Regardless of the difference in our needs, the most important thing is that we just don’t drink. […]
Understanding drug use patterns among the homeless population: A systematic review of quantitative studies
Most shelters and housing initiatives require people to practice drug abstinence before they can qualify for these programs. This policy is not feasible for many, and those who achieve abstinence may fall back into drug use if they remain homeless and are not able to find stable housing. For those who did use drugs in […]
Drugs, Brains, and Behavior: The Science of Addiction: Preface
For the brain, the difference between normal rewards and drug rewards can be likened to the difference between someone whispering into your ear and someone shouting into a microphone. Just as we turn down the volume on a radio that is too loud, the brain of someone who misuses drugs adjusts by producing fewer neurotransmitters […]
Molly Addiction: Symptoms, Effects, and Treatment Options
MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy or Molly, is a synthetic drug that alters mood and perception, leading to short-term and long-term effects on the brain and body. Originating in the early 20th century, MDMA was initially synthesized by the German pharmaceutical company Merck in 1912. Once ingested, MDMA is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream and […]
Oxford House Sober Living Cincinnati
The degree to which we were able to successfully change our lives had a direct relationship to Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. Many of us soon learned, however, that living alone or living among our old drinking companions made it more difficult to practice the principles necessary for continued sobriety. The flexibility of Oxford House […]
Our Programs
If you are in recovery, you must step out of your comfort zone to assist the person new to recovery down the right path. Another way is to keep your focus on yourself. There are times when you will have to do whatever it takes to hit your reset button. On those days when you […]
Redemption House
There will be times when you feel you need an outside source who will be an additional resource to continue to live a life in recovery. Those in recovery must be willing to focus on the H.A.L.T. philosophy. Originating with the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) program, H.A.L.T. is one of the AA sayings and is a […]
The Mansion at Strathmore
Located on the Bou Family Terrace, “Tetra Con Brio,” a monumental sculpture of cast bronze, steel, and polished concrete, stands 12 feet (3.7 m) tall and weighs 4,500 pounds. In 1998, the Montgomery County Council and the Maryland State Legislature approved matching capital support ($48 million each) for the Music Center at Strathmore. After the design […]
Guide to Sober Homes, Transitional Housing & Halfway Houses FHE Health
By removing triggers, the individual is able to remain sober longer. If you are able to be a part of a recovery residence, it will be important to understand what type of environment is present. Rather, it is an association whose members operate such programs. The National Alliance for Recovery Residences is an organization that […]
Addiction Recovery Timeline: What to Expect at Each Stage
For long-term recovery, multiple sessions and different levels of treatment may be necessary over the long haul. For example, after completing a 90-day program, ongoing aftercare services may be necessary to experience healing and lasting recovery success. Therapy plays a large role for some in helping you rewire your brain. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), in […]