Spiritual and religious support in recovery from addiction among HIV-positive infection drug users. J Psychoact Drugs . 2001;33(1):39–45.Avants, S. K., Warburton, L. A., & Margolin, A. (2001). Spiritual and religious support in recovery from addiction among HIV-positive injection drug ...
Most of the studies that examined the benefits of addiction support groups found individuals who continued to attend these groups in recovery often seemed to accrue more benefits (such as sustained abstinence, better employment prospects, improved relationships, and family stability, reduced criminal acti...
But one of the most important factors in addiction recovery is the power of support. Whether it comes from family, friends, or a support group, having a strong support system can make all the difference in an individual's journey to recovery. First and foremost, support can provide a sense...
Anyone suffering from long-term addiction needs a caring and understanding mentor who will not show hostility or judgment. This benevolent environment will encourage addicts to open up about the real source of their problems and take a step in the right direction towards recovery. Most of the tim...
Addiction recovery must continue when Recovery Month ends. Today is the last day of September, which also means it’s the last day of National Recovery Month. For the last month, addiction recovery centers across the US have hosted events to celebrate those recovering from substance abuse and ...
Recovery capitalthe quantity and quality of internal and external resources to initiate and maintain recoveryis explored with suggestions for how recovery support services (RSS) (nontraditional, and often nonprofessional support) can be utilized within a context of comprehensive addiction services. This ...
Addiction is a chronic illness subject to relapse. Unfortunately, wealth often affords greater access and can insulate an individual from negative consequences, in effect hindering recovery while stressing family and social relationships. We understand this dynamic because we come from families like yours...
1. “‘Is it me or should my friends take credit?’ The role of social networks and social identity in recovery from addiction.” (2017) Thanks to six-member team of researchers from Australia and the U.K., we’ve gotten a better sense of how you relate to your social environment...
Recovery recognizes the immense value of such a platform and is dedicated to enhancing and expanding its reach. This initiative is in line with A Forever Recovery's commitment to providing accessible, empathetic support to anyone dealing with addiction, whether...
The holiday season, with its festive gatherings and joyful celebrations, can be a challenging time for individuals in addiction recovery. It is crucial for family and friends to understand how to support someone in recovery during this potentially triggering period. Recovering from addiction is a li...