Anxiety and depression are normal during early recovery.  The main reason for this is a person is learning new ways to cope and live without drugs or alcohol.  During the addiction, getting the drug, finding money to buy the drug, and being with others who use drugs or alcohol are the reason for living.  All...Read More

The human brain is a complex organ.  There are billions of neurons and neural pathways that process vast amounts of information on a daily basis.  We use our brains to think, feel, see, create, dream, and to process our physical movements.  The brain can also be affected by substance use.  Addiction has been defined as...Read More