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Explore articles, news, and resources from Adult & Teen Challenge on addiction, recovery, faith, family support, and life transformation.
Aftercare
Ideas for Your Reward System
Let’s face it: sobriety is not an easy feat, and you should be rewarded for your efforts. To stay motivated
Addiction / Recovery
H.A.L.T. for Addiction Recovery
Addiction recovery is not only about avoiding drugs and alcohol. It’s also a time to reassess your thought-patterns and form
Recovery
Benefits of Exercising During Your Recovery Program
When you start a recovery program, exercise may be the last thing on your mind. While you are trying to
Addiction / Parents & Families
Addiction Recovery: The Stages of Withdrawal
During the process of addiction recovery, you undergo many stages of withdrawals. These symptoms can be either physical or emotional
Addiction
Understanding Eating Disorders
Although the majority of our students at Adult & Teen Challenge USA seek help for drug and alcohol recovery, our
Aftercare
Socializing Sober After Your Addiction Recovery
After you go through an addiction recovery program, socializing can be difficult. For many former addicts, seeing old friends brings
Recovery
Daily Habits to Form During Addiction Recovery
Breaking old habits is one of the hardest aspects of addiction recovery. After continuous use, engaging with your addiction becomes
Recovery
Working with Newcomers in Your Drug Recovery Program
When a newcomer enters an addiction recovery program, it is important that they feel supported and welcomed. As a veteran
Addiction
The Difference Between Physical and Mental Dependencies
Every addiction is different. Depending on the person and the type of substance, people will experience different withdrawal symptoms and
Addiction / Recovery
What to Expect From Your First Addiction Recovery Meeting
We offer several addiction recovery programs, including those that focus on alcohol, drug use, and eating disorders. Whatever addiction recovery
Recovery
Sharing Your Addiction Recovery Story
Everyone has a story. A story that is uniquely theirs and that makes up who they are as a person.
Recovery
Recognizing the Small Milestones in Addiction Recovery
Life is all about celebrating milestones. Weddings, the birth of a child, graduations, all of these are common celebrations that
