Getting Help
The first step towards recovery is always intimidating. We make it easy for you with information on treatment programs, factors to consider and more.

Study Finds Gaps in Treatment in Spite of Opioid Epidemic
By Rebecca KovacsOpioid addicts who are either uninsured or have Medicaid often encounter barriers to treatment. Continue Reading
Opioid addicts who are either uninsured or have Medicaid often encounter barriers to treatment. Continue Reading

The 2 Types of Recovery Hotlines and When to Use Each One
By M. LujanThere are two kinds of hotlines you can use during addiction recovery. Here's which one is right for your situation. Continue Reading
There are two kinds of hotlines you can use during addiction recovery. Here's which one is right for your situation. Continue Reading

Why Finding Mental Health Assistance Can Seem Impossible
By Leia RiveraFollow these suggestions if you are experiencing difficulties with finding the right or appropriate care. Continue Reading
Follow these suggestions if you are experiencing difficulties with finding the right or appropriate care. Continue Reading

4 Steps to Forming Your Decision on Rehab
By Chelsey GlennThe decision to seek treatment is usually layered in doubt, but these 4 tips can help you determine the best fit for you. Continue Reading
The decision to seek treatment is usually layered in doubt, but these 4 tips can help you determine the best fit for you. Continue Reading

The 3 Biggest Fears I Had About Getting Sober
By Nina BradshawFear is a painful and difficult emotion to deal with. It took me an awful long time to face mine, and it has been an arduous pr... Continue Reading
Fear is a painful and difficult emotion to deal with. It took me an awful long time to face mine, and it has been an arduous pr... Continue Reading

The Pros of Going to a Detox Center Far Outweigh the Cons
By Rebecca KovacsMany fear that quitting drugs or alcohol means going through an agonizing transitional phase. But, proper treatment makes this ... Continue Reading
Many fear that quitting drugs or alcohol means going through an agonizing transitional phase. But, proper treatment makes this ... Continue Reading

Why Recovery Is Not a Matter of Willpower
By Tess ChedseyContrary to popular belief, an eyes-on-the-prize mindset is not the ultimate key to a successful long-term recovery. Continue Reading
Contrary to popular belief, an eyes-on-the-prize mindset is not the ultimate key to a successful long-term recovery. Continue Reading

The Time is Now: The Minute Recovery Finally Clicked for Me
By Rebecca KovacsWhat does it take to finally quit? Each individual needs to find that extra something that helps them move out of addiction and... Continue Reading
What does it take to finally quit? Each individual needs to find that extra something that helps them move out of addiction and... Continue Reading

6 Practical Baby Steps That Gets You Into Treatment
By Joanne ChuWe spoke to Dr. Jantz at the conference where he breaks down this daunting task into 6 practical baby steps. Continue Reading
We spoke to Dr. Jantz at the conference where he breaks down this daunting task into 6 practical baby steps. Continue Reading

5 Signs That It’s Time to Get Help NOW
By Leia RiveraIn active addiction, there are several events along the way that lead to rock bottom—some being easier to recognize than others. Continue Reading
In active addiction, there are several events along the way that lead to rock bottom—some being easier to recognize than others. Continue Reading

What to Do When Insurance Doesn't Cover You
By Leia RiveraIf you or a loved one find yourself in a similar situation, don’t lose hope. You still have several other options you can work ... Continue Reading
If you or a loved one find yourself in a similar situation, don’t lose hope. You still have several other options you can work ... Continue Reading

10 Fears Addicts May Have When Seeking Treatment
By Toshia HumphriesAddicts often have many fears when entering rehab. Continue Reading
Addicts often have many fears when entering rehab. Continue Reading

How Do Moms Get Treatment?
By Audrey BeimIf you’re a mom who is addicted to drugs or alcohol, you understand firsthand how devastating addiction can be and how challeng... Continue Reading
If you’re a mom who is addicted to drugs or alcohol, you understand firsthand how devastating addiction can be and how challeng... Continue Reading

How Your Overactive Ego Could be Blocking Your Recovery
By Toshia HumphriesAn overactive ego is far too often the reason why many addicts remain active in their addiction and refuse to get help. Continue Reading
An overactive ego is far too often the reason why many addicts remain active in their addiction and refuse to get help. Continue Reading

5 Tips on Finding a Rehab That’s Right For You
By SoberRecovery, Staff WriterIt’s important to take the necessary steps in finding what fits and what doesn’t before signing up for treatment. Continue Reading
It’s important to take the necessary steps in finding what fits and what doesn’t before signing up for treatment. Continue Reading