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“Addiction does not occur because of moral weakness, a lack of willpower or an unwillingness to stop.” – Jillian Hardee, Ph.D. Behavioral health experts have…
For many, Thanksgiving is a time for family, delicious turkey dinners and sweet pumpkin desserts. But for others like your loved one who is working…
The coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted our lives in a lot of ways – including how much we invest in protecting our immune health. From mask…
There’s the stereotypical alcoholic in television shows and movies who is portrayed as the “villain” or screw up – and then there’s people in real…
When you have depression, it’s like you’re at the bottom of a dark hole you need to climb out of. Some days, the hole is…
The pleasure we feel from a tasty food, a sexual experience or a surprise gift comes from what has been coined the “reward center” of…
There’s no question that traumatic events have the ability to change the way victims see themselves and the world around them. Whether someone experiences trauma…
Ten numbers and a quick press of the “send” button. That’s all it takes to reach an addiction treatment center like The Raleigh House and…
Taking a bite of a fluffy cake topped in decadent buttercream frosting tastes delicious. So delicious, in fact, that we undoubtedly come back for seconds….
At The Raleigh House, we understand that addiction impacts every part of a person’s life—mind, body, and spirit. That’s why our comprehensive treatment approach integrates…
What if there were a way to better understand your risk of developing addiction? Thanks to advancements in genetic testing, this idea is becoming a…
Addiction can feel impossible to overcome, but it isn’t due to weakness or failure—it’s a disease that fundamentally alters the brain. Understanding how addiction rewires…
Both meth and Adderall belong to the amphetamine class and have powerful effects on the brain and body. However, differences in legal status, manufacturing, potency,…
Every once in a while, there’s a story that hits the local news about someone who managed to quit their addiction cold turkey. You may…
How does addiction affect the brain? The human brain is a powerful and impressive organ responsible for all functions of the body. Without all its…
Alcohol and drug abuse have a malicious way of tricking your body and brain into thinking they don’t need anything else to function. This means…
There’s truth to the phrase “there’s no place like home”. Home is where you can sleep in your own cozy bed every night, it’s where…
Men tend to drink more than women for a mix of biological, social, and emotional reasons. Their bodies generally process alcohol differently, and cultural expectations…
There are plenty of personal traits you have no control over. When you’re born, the natural color of your hair, how tall you are and…
Addiction recovery is a deeply personal journey, and finding the right therapy approach can significantly impact lasting sobriety. At The Raleigh House, we believe that…
In the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19), many aspects of everyday life have changed. But what hasn’t changed is the need to maintain your sobriety…
Addiction is an isolating disease, leaving nearly 21 million people in the United States feeling alone and abandoned in their battle against substance abuse. Addiction…
Eating foods high in zinc, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants can help strengthen your immune system. Food marketing is a part of our everyday…
There’s a scene in the 1997 film, Good Will Hunting, where Sean Maguire (played by the late Robin Williams) admits to Will (played by Matt…
There are two environments where alcohol flourishes. The first is at social activities like happy hours after work, summer picnics and sports games. The second,…
The marriage vows, “for better or for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health,” took on a much heavier meaning when your…
Within Buddhism and eastern cultures, meditation originated as a way to make the mind and body a single entity in order to find deep, personal…
Social distancing and orders to stay home are in place to try to contain the spread of COVID-19. While these circumstances can be stressful for…
A healthy routine and constant support help you maintain your addiction recovery. But now your recovery meetings are cancelled, and you’re advised to stay at…
Bar crawls, beer and a whole lot of green. Nearly 150 million people across the country celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and indulge in corn beef…
Opioid addiction isn’t a new phenomenon in America despite all the news of the recent opioid epidemic. If you wind back the clocks to the…
You’ve probably heard it a million times that exercise is good for you. But finding the motivation to workout can be a challenge. And for…
Let’s face it, dating is a mess. From creating attractive online dating profiles to attempting to decipher all the different signals someone is sending your…
The first time you used cocaine, the rush of euphoria may have felt unbeatable—but beneath that fleeting high lies a hidden cost. Over time, cocaine…
Short for detoxification, “detox” is a period of time where you aim to rid yourself of toxic, unhealthy substances like alcohol, opioids and heroin. Depending…
Think back to a time when you got a bad grade on a test or received a poor review at work. Whatever the cause was,…
A new year means a brand new you, right? That tagline sounds great at first when you’re excited about your new year’s resolution to cut…
At The Raleigh House, we know that navigating the cost of addiction treatment can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Our…
From spending more time with family to vowing to lose weight, new year’s resolutions are us genuinely trying to be the very best versions of…
In the right hands and under the right circumstances, fentanyl is a beneficial drug that can prevent people from feeling excruciating pain. For example, fentanyl…
Things started out normal enough. You had a good relationship with your significant other or loved one. But then they started abusing drugs or alcohol…
In 2017, the state of Wyoming saw 12.1 drug overdose deaths per 100,000 people. This was significantly lower than the 21.7 overdose deaths per 100,000…
There’s so much you would like to say to your loved one about their alcohol or drug addiction. In fact, you have so much to…
“Illusions commend themselves to us because they save us pain and allow us to enjoy pleasure instead. We must therefore accept it without complaint when…
Ladies, we’re living in a time where women’s empowerment has never been more prominent. Brands are spending millions of advertising dollars every year on women’s…
As Kylee came to, she realized she was on the floor. She had suffered a seizure, and no one had been there to save her….
You can’t stand feeling helpless. Your child, spouse or sibling is in outpatient treatment for alcohol or drug addiction and all you want to do…
Alcohol and drug use have an insidious way of sucking all the joy out of life. And when addiction is in the driver’s seat and…
We’re taught at an early age that we shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. Or in other words, we shouldn’t judge someone before getting…
The pro-recovery diet at The Raleigh House emphasizes lean proteins and includes healthy fats, complex carbohydrates, vegetables, and fruits. With everything that goes into a…
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