- by Tracey L. Kelley
There’s a strong misconception that people misuse alcohol or drugs because of poor choices or a lack of willpower. In reality, many individuals are trying to cope with deeper, often...
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- by Tracey L. Kelley
One of the myths of addiction is that if someone simply had enough willpower, they wouldn’t have a problem. It’s critical to understand just how a person’s brain is altered...
- by Tracey L. Kelley
It’s a damaging misconception that because a person initially decides to use alcohol or drugs, they’re “choosing” to become addicted. Unfortunately, this narrow band of thinking is rooted in the...
- by Tracey L. Kelley
When you realize it’s time to get treatment for a drug or alcohol problem, this is a brave decision. But it’s only natural to feel apprehension about the many unknowns....
- by Tracey L. Kelley
Many diseases are laced with judgment. If a person struggles with obesity, for example, they’re sometimes viewed as lazy. Or someone with a mental health disorder just needs to “snap...
- by Tracey L. Kelley
Every September, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supports an observance called National Recovery Month. It notes that one key aspect of recovery success is choosing to...
- by Tracey L. Kelley
It’s a common question: “If someone in my family developed an addiction, does this mean I’m at risk, too?” The answer is both yes—and no. According to the National Institute...
- by Tracey L. Kelley
No matter what type of counseling you’ve had, whether in an addiction residential rehabilitation setting or private therapy, you probably discussed the importance of building resilience and how it helps...
- by Tracey L. Kelley
When you need a safe place for expression, journaling is a wonderful outlet. Maybe you need a place to stop triggers and understand why they’re happening. Or you want an...
- by Jackie Hammers-Crowell
Dangers of At-Home Drug or Alcohol DetoxIn my human services work, I have crossed paths with people who were in various stages of their recovery journeys. One fellow, who I’m...
