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It is imperative to be prepared for stress and to practice good self-care while in recovery. Learning how to properly care for your body and mind is essential. Here are some ideas to help you take control during addiction recovery.

If you or someone you love is a recovering addict, understanding your legal rights is the first step in protecting those rights.

You've just accomplished a big goal — becoming sober. Now, it is time to return to work. Here are some tips.

Learn more about the seven primary types of drugs so you can properly communicate valuable information to a treatment facility that will help with your addiction recovery.

The decision to pursue rehab is a big one. While you may want to get clean and sober, you’ve heard so many myths about rehab that you question if it’s the right choice for you. Separate facts from fiction as you address rehab myths and pursue the important treatment that could change your life.

If you or a loved one is about to start the journey to sobriety, it is important to know what drugs require detox. By understanding the drugs and substances that require drug detox, extreme pain, discomfort and fatal withdrawal symptoms can be avoided.

The following do's and don'ts can offer you a general idea on what you should or shouldn't do when trying to get a loved one to agree to seek help for an addiction.

While local and out-of-state addiction treatment centers are similar in that they offer a safe, secure place to detox, they each have unique benefits that make them a good choice for those looking to recover from an addiction. Taking the time to carefully understand the disadvantages and benefits of out-of-state rehab and local rehab will help you determine which facility type is right for you.

It can be challenging to help a loved one who has an addiction. Unlike someone with a physical health condition like diabetes or cancer, a person who is addicted to drugs or alcohol might not recognize the severity of his or her illness. However, approaching your loved one in the right way can help this individual get the help he or she needs. Here are some tips.