DreamLife Recovery

Risks of Beating Addiction Alone

If you're one of the millions of Americans struggling with addiction, you've likely experienced dramatic life changes due to substance abuse. You might have experienced new…

Understanding Why Painkillers Are So Addictive

Painkillers are powerful ways to relieve physical pain, but taking them for an extended time can have negative effects. Most strong painkillers are opioids that…

What Is a Relapse Prevention Plan?

The first year after treatment is an adjustment period as the brain adjusts to the absence of drugs or alcohol. This adjustment can be even…

Coping with Triggers in Addiction

When you're recovering from addiction, certain triggers can cause cravings or uncomfortable feelings resulting in a potential relapse. If you're not equipped with the proper…

Unique New Approaches to Benzo Withdrawal Treatment

Benzodiazepines are a commonly prescribed treatment for anxiety. It can also put you in the clutch of an unforgiving cycle of addiction. Producing symptoms that…

Lapse vs. Relapse

People know what it means when a person recovering from addiction has a relapse—they use again or return to the pattern of behavior and fall…