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Effects of military service can cause substance use issues, data shows

Military life is not easy. With the combination of grueling physical training, demanding schedules, separation from familiar support systems, and the ever-present risk of deployment,…

November 10, 2021 4:21 pm·

Aftercare

Restarting Your Career After Addiction

Finding employment in the current job market is a difficult task for everyone. If you have a history of substance abuse finding employment is even more difficult. Gaps in employment, possible negative references from previous employers, and criminal records all can make finding a job after addiction recovery seem a daunting task.

December 16, 2017 9:08 am·

Aftercare

Recovering from Relapse

Relapsing into a former drug and alcohol addiction is always unfortunate, but it does not mean that you should get discouraged or give up on sobriety. Instead, think of your relapse as one step in the addiction recovery process, a learning experience that will only make you stronger.

November 28, 2017 9:23 am·

Aftercare

Living a Balanced Lifestyle After Your Recovery Program

Addiction is a lifelong struggle, and the battle does not end with your recovery program. To achieve long-term sobriety, creating a balanced lifestyle is key.…

November 24, 2017 9:19 am·

Parents & Families
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Living with a Former Addict

Whether you are a spouse, a parent, or a sibling, living with someone in addiction recovery presents many challenges. Although it may be an emotional…

November 15, 2017 9:02 am·

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 and on-track during drug and…

November 13, 2017 9:13 am·

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 about memories of drug and…

October 25, 2017 1:29 pm·

Addiction
Recovery
Aftercare

Addiction Recovery and the Nostalgia Trap

It’s part of human nature to sometimes feel wistful – looking back at the past through rose-tinted glasses and wishing we could go back. Although…

August 8, 2017 10:33 am·

Recovery
Aftercare

The Importance of Social Circles During Addiction Recovery

Everyone craves friendship and human connection. We want people to lean on, people to lift us up, and people to laugh with. This craving for…

July 31, 2017 1:22 pm·

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Adult & Teen Challenge

With more than 215 residential centers within the US and Canada, Adult & Teen Challenge (ATC) is a faith-based non-profit headquartered in Ozark, Missouri. Its mission is to provide adults & teens freedom from addiction and other life-controlling issues through Christ-centered solutions. Through effective discipleship, mentoring, and life-skills training, ATC and its affiliates have seen positive outcomes and radical life transformation throughout its sixty-five-year history.