Helping a Family Member Overcome Alcohol and Drug Use Disorders If you have a family member struggling with alcohol or drug use, you may wonder what you can do to help them. There is a fine line between helping and enabling, and which path you choose can make all the...
Top 5 Reasons Teens Use Alcohol and Drugs There is not just one reason anyone uses alcohol or drugs, including teenagers. However, there are some specific issues that can influence teens to use alcohol and drugs. Awareness of these potential influences can help both...
Holidays for Recovering Alcoholics As the fall and winter holidays approach, the numerous parties and celebrations can be challenging for a recovering alcoholic. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Years can tend to become a blend of parties...
3 Ways to Accept Yourself, Your Life, and Your Reality Managing mental health challenges begins with acceptance. You must accept that you are dealing with a mental health condition to treat and overcome that condition. Many people attempt to ignore their mental health...
The holidays can be a very happy time of year but can also be extremely stressful. Many look forward to the holiday socializing with friends and family, some whom they may not have seen in quite a while. However, for some, family dynamics can be challenging and bring...
The Difference Between Aspire’s IOP and PHP Treatment Programs Aspire Counseling Services offers a variety of substance use treatment programs. Many people struggling with substance use issues will consider seeking treatment, yet they are hesitant because they worry...
