Getting Sober
Sobriety vs. Recovery: What’s the Difference?
Are the concepts themselves up for debate? Do they require certain treatments, or abstinence from everything? It's complicated! And new ways of thinking are changing the conversation.
What Happens After an Intervention?
Your loved one agreed to get treatment for addiction during their intervention — or not. Here's what you need to know about what comes next.
We’re in This Together: Building a Healthy Sober Support Network
You are the captain of your recovery, but you don't have to do it alone. A sober support network will lift you up in tough times and celebrate your triumphs.
A ‘Recovery Coach’ Can Be a Game Changer. Here’s How
There are coaches for football, singing and life. Why not recovery? A coach can be the X factor that helps you become an all-star of sobriety.
When and How To Hold an Intervention
Understand the process, make your loved one feel cherished and supported, and you can all begin to heal.
The First Hurdle: Getting Through Drug or Alcohol Withdrawal
Detox may seem daunting, but it's very doable in a safe setting. Here's what to expect in the first step on your path toward recovery.
Navigating Mental Health Issues in Recovery: Part of Journey
Dealing with co-occurring disorders like depression or PTSD in recovery takes courage. Our message for Mental Health Awareness Month? There's every reason to have hope.
Is a Sober Living House Right for My Recovery?
Going from addiction treatment to full-on "real life" in sobriety is daunting! Here's a resource that can smooth the transition.
How Much Alcohol Is Too Much — And How Can I Cut Back?
Knowledge is power, and April is Alcohol Awareness Month. What better time to learn how to be clear-eyed about your consumption? A few tips.
Does a ‘High-Functioning’ Person Need Help?
The question is precisely why the term "high functioning" is broadly unhelpful. Plenty of "successful" people struggle with addiction and mental health conditions, and they deserve care.
Who Cares? The Necessity of Accountability in Recovery
It's important to have someone to keep you honest — and sober — but accountability is also about partnership, community and mutual support. Recovery shouldn't be lonely.
Finding a Sponsor, a Friend Who’s Been There
All support helps, but forming a bond with someone who has lived addiction and recovery brings a rare degree of understanding. Here's how the process works in 12-step programs.