Did you experience trauma as a child? Perhaps you did not know it then, but as you got older, you started to bury thoughts and feelings. You did not like being around some people. When it comes to childhood trauma and addiction, the two are most certainly linked. At Ethan Crossing Recovery, we offer the…
Maybe this Halloween, you’ve made a commitment to be sober. That’s something to celebrate in itself. For men and women in recovery, sober holidays can seem impossible to enjoy. It can be difficult to maintain sobriety when so many people around you will be drinking. What should you do? With these tips for celebrating sober…
If you’ve spent any time at all searching for an addiction treatment center or an addiction rehab facility, you will soon realize that not all addiction treatment centers are alike. Some addiction treatment centers are better than others. For example, Ethan Crossing Recovery is noted for being one of the best addiction rehab facilities available.…
People with an addictive personality are more prone to develop addictions than those who do not have an addictive personality. Many people are able to enjoy some of the vices in life such as gambling occasionally or drinking alcohol in a social setting. However, if a person has addictive personality traits, they may more easily…
Prescription drugs can be abused by anyone – those who they were prescribed for or those who obtain them illicitly and use them. Any time these drugs are used outside of a prescription, they put people at risk. Often, they can lead to addiction as well. Understanding what the most commonly abused prescription drugs are may…
You should not mix benzodiazepines and alcohol because the combination dramatically increases the risk of life-threatening respiratory depression, coma, and fatal overdose. Benzodiazepine and alcohol addiction happen when your body relies on medications like Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, or alcohol to feel calm, sleep, or escape distress. But when you start mixing these drugs with alcohol,…
Addiction affects more than someone who uses drugs. It impacts everyone in their life as well. If you have a loved one who suffers from an addiction, it can be challenging to see a path forward. What should your next steps be once you know the addiction exists? One way you can help them and…
Do you struggle with drug use or substance use? Do you need a drink to get the thoughts of anxiety out of your mind? If so, you are not alone. You may have many circumstances working against you, but you can beat them by turning to our women’s rehab program. Our gender-specific rehab programs are…
For those who are struggling with addiction or mental health disorders, every day seems to be a challenge. Everyone seems to think they know what is best for you. Stress, fear, and pain are a part of your normal day. At Ethan Crossing Recovery, we provide a complete men’s rehab program that is designed to…
Not everyone understands the dangers of alcohol addiction, but it is very important to know about these dangers and recognize them. If you are struggling with an addiction to alcohol or you have a loved one who is, getting help is vital for a clean and sober future. You can live a life in recovery,…
