by John Sharpe | Jun 9, 2023 | Blog
A common fear among people who use medications or recreational substances is that they are veering toward addiction. But what does it mean to be crossing the line into addiction?What Defines Addiction?The National Institutes on Drug Abuse (NIDA) defines addiction as...
by John Sharpe | Jun 2, 2023 | Blog
There are many misconceptions about addiction, and it’s important to understand what’s true and what isn’t. For example, many people think that struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) is a moral failing. However, this is not the case. The...
by John Sharpe | Feb 1, 2023 | Blog
Navigating underage drinking takes trust and teamwork between teens and their parents. As parents learn to trust their teens’ ability to manage themselves, it can be helpful to establish strong boundaries and guidelines around alcohol. When you work with your...
by John Sharpe | Jan 28, 2023 | Blog
There are many different approaches to addiction treatment and recovery, such as nature therapy. Nature therapy is a great way to get outdoors and feel connected to the earth and yourself. Through nature therapy, you can promote mindfulness and well-being. At West...
by John Sharpe | Jan 17, 2023 | Blog
Pre-addiction takes place prior to addiction, and identifying it is an opportunity to prevent addiction from happening. In order to do this for yourself or someone else, you need to know what the signs and symptoms of pre-addiction are, as well as other contributing...
