As you progress through addiction recovery, you may be wondering what life after rehab will be like. You’ll go back to your daily routine, but will you have the strength not to use? How will you deal with intense relationships and overwhelming stress again? As you think about these questions, remember that Alina Lodge is…
There is a lot to love about St. Patrick’s Day. It is often a day to get outdoors and have some fun, even if the winter cold is still present. It’s a day to spend laughing and enjoying all that is Irish. Yet, for those who are engaging in substance abuse as a tradition on…
Feeling the compulsion to eat is a type of behavioral addiction. Many reasons can bring this on, but without treatment, it can be a problem for physical and mental health. At Alina Lodge, we offer a range of treatment options to help this and other types of behavioral addiction. What Is a Binge Eating Disorder?…
Decriminalization is a term used to describe the process of making drugs like cannabis less likely to cause a person to go to jail or face fines for using them. Yet, no component of decriminalization implies these drugs are safe to use. Also, a person who uses these decriminalized drugs is more likely to be…
Men and women who leave treatment at Alina Lodge are some of the best assets the organization has. It is in the alumni program that the true benefits of therapy come through. After completing treatment, not only do people leave, create sustainable lives, and thrive, but they also come back to help others. That is…
The goal of substance abuse treatment in sober living is never to drink or use drugs again. Some people may struggle with relapse. Why does relapse happen? There are many potential causes of chronic relapse, but in every situation, trying again is best. Our team at Alina Lodge can offer you the guidance and support…
Deciding to get help for addiction is difficult. You want to get it over with so you can get back to your family or rebuild your life. Yet, the truth is that this process takes time. Addiction treatment cannot be rushed, especially when you need to have comprehensive support and care. At Alina Lodge, we…
Investing in long-term treatment for addiction can be valuable for many people who want to end their dependence on drugs or alcohol. Long-term treatment provides a way to step away from the life that led to addiction and find your way forward to healing, growing, and learning. At Alina Lodge, we encourage you to explore…
Anger and stress are normal, healthy emotions. However, for some people, these emotions may become difficult to control. They may become so intense that anger and stress may limit your health and wellbeing. These feelings may even put relationships, careers, and education in jeopardy. When things get out of control too often, it’s essential to…