Boundaries are critical to preserving your wellbeing as you navigate the Recovery process. Recovery requires focus and commitment. When you have people in your life…
Getting treatment for an addiction takes courage and resolve. People who can draw on the support of those around them have an easier time dealing…
When you drink heavily, your mind and body pay the price for your addiction. Every day becomes a struggle in your own skin. You may…
Have you ever heard someone talk about Recovery Month and wondered what it was? Recovery Month is an annual event sponsored by the Substance Abuse and…
Learning to ask for help is one of the hardest lessons for many to learn. You may look at requesting aid as making yourself vulnerable…
When you suffer from addiction, the first step in overcoming your dependency is detoxification. This is when you stop consuming the drug or alcohol you…
Setting goals can play a critical role in Recovery from addiction. When you achieve a goal, you feel a surge of confidence in yourself and…
Depression is a common but serious mental illness that comes with many negative emotional and physical symptoms. Depression can affect a person’s ability to enjoy…
All of us keep a running dialogue with ourselves throughout the day. Whether it’s personal commentary, thoughts on life, the circumstances of your day or…
You finally did it. Finishing a rehabilitation program is something to celebrate as some of your worst hardships are behind you. Walking out of the…
Does your everyday routine leave your body — and your brain — a bit too drained? We’re used to our lives being busy, but when…
Is your everyday life draining your energy, your emotions and your motivation? Whether you’re working in an office, on a degree or through addiction Recovery,…
Are you — or someone you love — struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic event? When someone has experienced or witnessed a frightening situation,…
Alcohol is an accepted part of modern culture and everyday life. It’s a tool for social connection, a facilitator for weekend partying and even a…
Whether you’re working to heal yourself from a life of addiction or life’s obstacles seem to trip you up time and time again, we all…
Recovery from addiction is a lifelong process and specific to the individual. Addictions to drugs or alcohol not only have different causes, but they also…
We all want to make things happen for ourselves, whether it’s a goal to get healthier, get our dream job or improve our relationships. However,…
Almost everyone has heard a variation of the phrase, “You have to love yourself before you can love anyone else.” While this wise phrase is…
Shame, anger, fear — these emotions are just a few of the ones you may face when you’re battling addiction. During your Recovery process, breaking…
As you break the bonds of addiction in your life, take advantage of any treatment program or method that helps you during your Recovery journey.…
Codependency is a buzzword you often hear while discussing addiction and Recovery. However, few people know what it is or how to tell if they…
Do you have a bad habit you can’t seem to break? You’re not alone. Nearly everyone does, and it takes longer than you might think…
Self-esteem is a buzzword we see and hear everywhere, from therapy sessions to social media posts and just about everywhere in between. But no matter…
Biofeedback Therapy At 7 Summit Pathways, we want you to know that healing is available for your cravings and physical symptoms when you’re recovering from…
Have you noticed a loved one struggling with drug or alcohol use? Maybe they’ve distanced themselves from your friend group or stopped doing activities they…
Your decision to stay sober is something to celebrate. Many people in addiction Recovery set aside days to remember their specific Recovery milestones with the…
At 7 Summit Pathways, we truly understand the need for family involvement in addiction treatment. We use a personalized treatment plan that gives our patients the…
Acupuncture is a key tenant of traditional Chinese medicine, used to treat pain and balance the flow of energy believed to travel throughout the body.…
Happiness is a word we constantly throw around, but do you truly know what it means in your own life? Developing your own happiness is…
Addiction can impact an entire network of people, from family members to friends to even co-workers. If your loved one is struggling with addiction, you…
Holistic therapy and holistic health are relatively new buzzwords that have gained a considerable following. For individuals with chronic pain or even addiction, holistic therapy can…
Stress at work is more common than you may think. Almost everyone who has ever worked has felt some sort of work-related stress. Even if…
Dual diagnosis is a combination of treatable illnesses that can affect anyone. It’s also common, with some studies showing that more than half of individuals…
Every person is different, and everyone has a different experience struggling with addiction. The journey to long-term Recovery is a highly individual experience, and some…
You might be unfamiliar with the term and treatment method of craniosacral therapy, but it has deep roots. Craniosacral therapy is a type of alternative…
Choosing to enter an addiction treatment can be overwhelming and frightening. Preparation is an essential first step that can help you put your everyday obligations…
Choosing to seek treatment for substance use addiction is a huge first step to a fuller, healthier and happier life. Now that you’ve made this…
Recovery itself is a celebration and part of that celebration is experiencing the true essence of the holidays without the foggy head and post-party headaches. The following…
Current medical science clearly has demonstrated the multi-faceted components of an Addiction Disorder: the biological, psychological (behavioral), and social disturbances that contribute to its initiation…
Understanding the Modern Heroin Epidemic Heroin has long been considered one of the deadliest and most damaging illegal drugs. Despite this awareness, recent years have…
Identifying Drug Use in a Friend or Family Member Although it affects millions of American families, drug use rarely fits the picture portrayed in movies…