DreamLife Recovery Blog

The causes of drug and alcohol addiction are just as complex as the disease itself. There is no one set of rules that indicates why one person may become addicted and someone else won't. For…

Tramadol is a synthetic opioid medication that is used to help alleviate mild, moderate, and severe pain from short-term and chronic conditions. It is often prescribed in place of oxycodone and other natural opioid-type medications…

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is a form of substance abuse treatment used to help those struggling with opioid addiction. Like other rehab treatments, MAT for opioid addiction uses a combination of medication and therapy and group…

When you are already struggling with a drinking problem, you may look for ways to reduce how much alcohol you drink by taking Vicodin. Conversely, if you take Vicodin to treat pain, you may turn…

Deciding to get help for your alcohol or drug addiction is a major step. However, many people in this position have concerns about losing their job if they enter a residential rehab program. It's natural…

Whether you're looking for help with addiction, depression, anxiety, or another mental health issue, getting out of your comfort zone and attending a support group can be a helpful step toward recovery. For many people…