Country Music Star Jelly Roll Shares Story of Resilience with Indiana Inmates
CLEVELAND, OHIO – OCTOBER 19: Jelly Roll attends the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 19, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame)Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction 2024. Country music […]
How Is Alcohol Classified?
Alcohol is a substance that requires little introduction, but is it actually considered a drug?The simple answer is yes—it is, and it can be highly addictive.In this discussion, we’ll explore the type of drug alcohol is, how it affects brain function, and why it’s so habit-forming. Alcohol Is Classified as a Drug Alcohol is categorized […]
How Long Marijuana Remains in Your System
With marijuana now decriminalized or fully legalized in most U.S. states, many people may wonder how this substance affects them, even when they’re not currently using it.Despite the more relaxed legal landscape, marijuana can still impact your health, as well as your personal and professional life.it. How It Affects Your System The active component in […]
Advantages of Sober Living
Completing rehab is a major achievement, but it’s just the beginning of a new and challenging phase. Inside a rehabilitation facility, you are surrounded by others who share the same recovery goals, creating a supportive atmosphere where everyone is on a similar path. This shared journey can help make the early stages of recovery feel […]
Assisting An Alcoholic Parent
Helping an Alcoholic Parent Dealing with addiction is a challenging topic, especially when it involves your parents. You might feel that, as their child, it’s not your place to interfere in their personal choices. However, you may also find yourself overwhelmed and struggling to cope. It’s heartbreaking to witness an alcoholic parent’s health and mental […]
Medical Detox vs. At-Home Detox
Detoxification can be a difficult journey, even in the best circumstances. In this discussion, we will explore the differences between medical detox and at-home detox, weighing the advantages, disadvantages, and potential risks associated with each. What is Detoxification? Detoxification is the process of helping an individual’s body eliminate harmful substances, aiming to reduce the severe […]
Why Everyone Should Carry Naloxone
The Importance of Carrying Naloxone According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), drug overdose deaths in the U.S. declined between 2017 and 2018, likely due to the increased availability of Naloxone, an antidote medication.Notably, there has been a significant decrease in overdose deaths from prescription opioids. For instance, in Kentucky, the overdose […]
25 Most Inspiring Quotes on the Journey of Recovery
Recovery is weird. Some days you’re proud of how far you’ve come. Other days, you’re just trying not to scream into a pillow. And sometimes, out of nowhere, you come across a few words that make something inside you shift—a reminder that, somehow, you’re not alone in this mess.This isn’t just another list of recovery […]
Resources For Educating Children About Addiction
As the opioid crisis continues to escalate across the U.S., it’s an ideal moment to educate children about addiction.In Indiana, there were 1,104 opioid overdose deaths in 2018. While this number is lower than in previous years, it remains alarmingly high.Many individuals become addicted to opioid painkillers due to a lack of awareness regarding their […]
Meet Melissa Goforth Bale: Sunrise Recovery’s Inspiring Peer Recovery Coach
We are thrilled to introduce Melissa Goforth Bale, a dedicated Certified Peer Recovery Coach at Sunrise Recovery whose remarkable journey and commitment to helping others make her a true inspiration in our community.Melissa’s recovery journey began in 2012 when she faced a life-threatening struggle with addiction. This transformative experience ignited her passion for supporting those […]