Resources For Combating Addiction

Addiction is often called a "disease of the mind," because it's all about the strong physical and mental urges to use substances or not being able to control certain behaviors.

The thing is, our brains are wired to make us want to do stuff that feels good. So when addiction comes into play, our brains keep pushing us to chase that high or do that behavior over and over again. It's like our brains are stuck on repeat, and for people suffesering with addiction it's tough to hit the pause button. 

People suffering with addiction need hands-on assistance to stop and stay clean or sober because of the compulsive nature of the disease. Trying to stop on your own often is a ‘best effort’ approach, but unfortunately leads to a relapse and continuation of the same cycles.

For every person in active addiction, research shows that seven people are directly affected. And more often than not, it’s the families who have the heaviest burden in coping with those struggling with substance abuse issues and addiction.