Replacement Addiction: What Is It and What Are the Dangers?
A common misconception about substance abuse recovery is that once a person enters and completes an inpatient or outpatient...
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Responsible Ways to Communicate with Someone with Addiction
Attending college is a great way to experience personal freedom and learn a great deal. Unfortunately, some of the “new...
Substance Abuse in College: The Most Commonly Abused Substances by College Students
Attending college is a great way to experience personal freedom and learn a great deal. Unfortunately, some of the “new...
The Full Continuum of Care
At The River Source, we’re committed to helping our clients build a strong foundation for a lifetime of sobriety. The...
8 Ways to Control Drug and Alcohol Cravings During Recovery
You’re going to encounter drug and alcohol cravings as you enter substance abuse recovery — that’s okay, and normal. But...
Tips for Planning a Vacation in Recovery
When you've worked so hard on your recovery, it's natural to start thinking about some kind vacation — a trip to the beach, a weekend away in the mountains, or maybe that big-city adventure you've always dreamed .
Prioritize Your Mental Health in Sobriety
It’s easy to focus on the things that you “have” to do once you exit rehab and begin your life in recovery. But one the things you should do is take care your mental health. Newfound sobriety can be quite challenging, but there’s plenty you can do to make this journey easier on yourself.
COVID-19 and Substance Abuse
The River Source explains how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted substance abuse and what is the best solution for addiction recovery this pandemic season.
Dealing With the Aftermath of Addiction: How to Move Past Guilt and Shame
Everyone who has suffered from addiction has done things they feel guilt over. And on some level, this is normal and healthy: guilt can drive us to do better. It’s when guilt turns into shame — punishing ourselves continuously, declaring ourselves bad or irredeemable — that it becomes a problem.