Great Oaks Recovery Center Blog

Although stress, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and addiction rates are high for professionals in the military, law enforcement, and emergency response, many Veterans and first responders don’t seek help for drug and alcohol misuse because they’re not confident their unique situations...

Many aspects of sobriety improve your life in many ways. However, it’s not uncommon to feel a bit adrift if your healthier life choices take you away from certain people, places, and activities. Fortunately, there are numerous ways to expand your support...

OxyContin is a type of opioid that is often prescribed to treat significant or chronic pain. Because of its addictive qualities, OxyContin is often misused. If you have an OxyContin addiction, it’s critical to receive treatment for it. That treatment may include...

Choosing a sober life requires perseverance. Your decisions to stay the course are necessary, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be moments when you feel isolated in recovery. So it’s essential to expand your sober support network with people you can rely...

The power of affirmations is a wonderful discussion topic with many facets. Many people are surprised to learn there’s some science behind the practice, but does this truly answer the question as to whether positive affirmations really work? It depends on your...

Alcoholism, or alcohol addiction, can impact anyone. Some people are predisposed to the development of addiction while others may consume alcohol without this risk. Alcohol addiction can occur as a result of many underlying factors, including mental health disorders, genetic disorders, and...

Symptoms of relapse can be quite pronounced, such as actively using drugs or alcohol. Or there might be more of an undercurrent of discontent or excessive stress that creates a domino warning effect. Take this message...

Not everyone has access to quality mental health care. Mental Health America (MHA) reports that more than 50 percent of adults with mental illnesses receive no treatment. For many people managing alcohol use disorder (AUD) and substance use disorder (SUD), mental health...

Physicians face many challenges when people with alcohol use disorder (AUD) or substance use disorder (SUD) experience chronic pain. There’s a great need to provide adequate relief, but not so much that someone might experience a relapse. Knowing how to understand the...

Should you smoke during addiction recovery? It depends on your ultimate goals. After all, nicotine is addictive. Smoking is also extremely damaging to your health. But if you’re just entering a detoxification and rehabilitation program or recently left a substance misuse facility,...