Admitting drinking has become a problem in your life can be very difficult and confusing for anyone. No one wants to admit that their misuse of alcohol is hurting themselves and/or their families. You do not start drinking expecting alcohol to become an issue ever....
Opiates are among the most addictive substances in Vancouver. Thousands of prescriptions are written every month in British Columbia, by family doctors trying to help clients with pain management. Many people develop an addiction because of their prescribed opiate dose. Many doctors in Vancouver, British...
Do I Have A Problem With Alcohol? The chances are if you’re asking yourself this question, you may already know that you potentially have a problem with alcohol. To determine whether or not alcohol is affecting your life in detrimental ways, ask yourself the following questions: ...
What Is Drug Addiction? Drug addiction is developed through a multitude of factors which form the ‘perfect storm’ and create the environment and opportunity for somebody to become physically, psychologically, and emotionally dependent upon illicit substances such as crystal meth, heroin, crack cocaine, prescription pills, and...
Being an “enabler” is a common term used when dealing with a family member or friend who has a loved one suffering with addiction. Although the term is used often, many people find it difficult to recognize the difference between enabling and normal helping. If...
The novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has massively affected all types of people and lives around the globe, especially those who are at high risk of contracting viruses and diseases. The ongoing social precautions, border crossing restrictions and uncertainty about the future can make...
Addiction to drugs and alcohol can be devastating - not only to the addict but to the friends, family, and those surrounding them. When it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, disaster, heartache, and grief tend to go hand-in-hand - whether it’s destructive behavior, being...
If you or somebody you know is struggling with a drug and/or alcohol addiction in Alberta, there are plenty of resources readily available to help. When it comes to addiction, recovery is ultimately the only option available, before dependence on drugs and/or alcohol can turn...
Relapsing in Vancouver, BC Completing a treatment program and maintaining sobriety is not easy, and requires a copious amount of work and support. Although the person has learned essential tools for coping and managing risky behaviour in order to live a successful and healthy life; the...
If you’re looking into intervention services in Vancouver that lead to successful treatment through cohesive planning and preparation, you likely know somebody who is struggling with an addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. It’s important to have all of the information available before attempting to host...