Sober Activities In Kentucky
Posted on September 17, 2020 in Recovery
It’s natural to find the prospect of socializing without substances or alcohol a bit bland when you’ve struggled for so long with a substance use disorder. Staying substance-free doesn’t need be dull and boring, though. It will take some serious adjustment and a new way of approaching your social life, but there’s plenty
Why The Benadryl Challenge On Tik Tok Is Problematic
Posted on September 16, 2020 in Drug
The Benadryl challenge is a social media challenge that involves taking Benadryl with the aim of hallucinating. Unfortunately, the amount needed to hallucinate means taking dangerously high doses. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the Benadryl challenge has led to several deaths, including a girl aged 15 in Oklahoma. The Benadryl Challenge is incredibly dangerous. As Benadryl is
Yoga For Recovery
Posted on September 14, 2020 in Recovery
When you’re struggling with addiction, it can feel difficult, even impossible, to find meaning and fulfillment. Your day is likely centered around finding, getting, and using your substance of choice, making it extremely difficult to focus on developing a healthy, consistent routine. Both your body and mind are engaged in a battle that
Taking FMLA For Rehab
Posted on September 13, 2020 in Rehab
Most medication-assisted programs recommend a minimum 29-stay in a residential facility to ensure a successful and prolonged recovery. You may be hesitant to take so long out of your job as you’ll still have bills to pay. There’s also the added worry about disclosing your situation to your employer. If you’re feeling a little
The Rocky Road To Recovery
Posted on September 12, 2020 in Recovery
Wellness begins with the choice to become sober, and it’s a choice you must continue to make every day. It’s never easy, but with the right toolkit, coping mechanisms, and support system, it is possible to get clean and sober – and stay that way. Unfortunately, the biggest battle you have to fight
Becoming An Addiction Recovery Mentor
Posted on September 9, 2020 in Recovery
“My job is to help them not be defined by the mistake they made.” – Kim Moore, Addiction Recovery Mentor, Louisville Staying in long term recovery from substances can be tough, making a solid support system crucial. When a person is typically surrounded by others with a substance use disorder, they often lack
High-Functioning Alcoholism
Posted on September 8, 2020 in Alcohol
Is it possible to be a “high functioning” alcoholic? And what is that, exactly? Some individuals who abuse alcohol may seem, on the outside, to be relatively normal members of society. They succeed at work, have beautiful families, and they likely have hobbies or give back to the community. For all intents and
Packing For Rehab
Posted on September 7, 2020 in Rehab
After making the difficult but ultimately life-changing decision to enter rehab, you may be wondering what to pack. To help you prepare for your stay at Landmark Recovery, please read the list below. Must-Haves When you enter treatment, it’s essential that you bring these items with you: Valid photo ID, either a
Am I Addicted To Adderall?
Posted on September 6, 2020 in Drug
Adderall is a prescription drug used by doctors for the treatment of attention hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. As of 2016, around 16 million adults in the United States were using prescription stimulants like Adderall. Adderall is classified as a central nervous stimulant containing amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. These ingredients can help control the nerves
Dealing With Stress In Recovery
Posted on September 5, 2020 in Recovery
The pandemic is taking its toll on people in recovery in Oklahoma City. Isolation and joblessness are triggering many to relapse. If you’re in recovery, you must find ways of coping healthily, even if the world is changing in many ways. After a successful detox in a treatment center like Landmark Recovery in Oklahoma