Stages of Change Series – Part 1: Introduction
Ever heard of the Transtheoretical Model of Change? How about the Stages of Change? This model is a great way to think about what it takes for any of us to make a change in our lives. The model is usually applied to health-related changes, such as establishing a new...
Relapse is Not Recovery
Every so often, we hear people say “Relapse is part of addiction recovery.” It’s not. Relapse is the opposite of recovery. It can be part of someone’s recovery journey but it’s not inevitable. For many, the idea that “relapse is...
Can You Spare 5 Minutes?
Got 5 minutes? Here’s a great, short video from Just Five about 4 ways to help someone you care about who is struggling with drugs and/or alcohol: get professional medical help seek trustworthy information and solid facts get support from knowledgeable resources...