a therapist talks to her patient about how to deal with trauma

How to Cope with Trauma

Experiencing trauma can make you think of nothing but what you encountered. You may try to move on but the memories prevent you from staying in the present. It is important to use healthy methods to be able to live your life and letting your traumatic memories stay in the past. What Causes Trauma? Traumatic…

a man uses a breathalyzer after drunk driving

Drunk Driving

What is Drunk Driving? Drunk driving is when you are driving while there is still alcohol in your system. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 29 people die every day from motor vehicle crashes that involve an alcohol-impaired driver and there is one death every 50 minutes. Driving home while you are intoxicated…

a man stretches out his arms towards the sunrise as he experiences sober living

Guide to Sober Living

Sobriety is a brave step for someone recovering from drug addiction. It is your way of saying that drugs and alcohol are no longer your go-to when you experience negative feelings and you want to be respected towards your social circle. Living a sober life requires taking care of your physical and mental health as…

a doctor talks about the levels of treatment with her patient

Levels of Treatment

There are those that give up after one attempt of treatment when they relapse. It does not mean that all drug treatment is not effective but that particular form of treatment was for you. There are many forms of treatment where you can either stay at a facility until you are all better or attend…