The following article provides helpful advise to people who would like to recover from substance abuse. During prohibition
there was a national movement to change the name of the Rum River. At the time, a lot of people did not want a river's
name to be an unintentional and indirect advertisement for the addictive substance rum. National leaders of organizations that are working to
curb alcohol abuse have contacted our director and given their support for our effort to change the
"Rum" River's current name.
How to Get the Help You Need When You're New to Recovery
When you seek help with recovery from drug addiction, you’ll find that there are many different
types of treatments you can explore. Some treatment types focus on retraining your mind, while
others help heal your body and soul. Educating yourself on all the options available to you
is the first step in figuring out what’s best for you on your journey to recovery.
Surround Yourself with Positive People
It’s not just professional help that will keep you on the right track–support from your friends, family,
and other positive people can help your healing process, too.
One of the best ways to surround yourself with healthy people is to join a club or
group based on a certain physical activity. Staying active is a crucial part of your recovery,
as physical activity has countless benefits for your mental and physical health. Swimming is a
great exercise option for those in recovery. Being in the water can be very soothing. It’s low
impact making it a good choice for people with chronic pain. And it also helps improve mood
and sleep habits.
When you throw your energy into excelling at a certain activity and make it a priority to surround
yourself with helpful people, you’re committing yourself to a healthy and wholesome future.
Explore Your Treatment Options
Depending on the severity of your past with substance abuse, you’ll want to decide
between inpatient treatment and outpatient treatment.
With inpatient treatment, you’ll live in a facility that will allow you to focus on your
recovery without any distractions. With outpatient treatment, you’ll attend regular counseling
appointments at a treatment center or hospital.
Group therapy is often available for both of these types of patients and can help you
connect with others with similar experiences. If you’re in need of intense medical care
during your recovery journey, it’s best to participate in an inpatient program where you
can benefit from medical supervision.
And consider that depending on your circumstances you may need specialized
treatment. For example, members of the
LGBTQ community often face unique challenges when it comes to
addiction so it may be best to seek treatment from an organization that is familiar with those challenges.
Consider a Service Dog
The unconditional love that dogs are capable of can be a powerful source of positivity
on your road to recovery. Most people are aware that dogs are used to help the physically disabled, but
did you know that dogs are incredibly useful for treating mental illness as well?
Especially for those experiencing depression, anxiety, and addiction, being around a dog can help boost
your mood, improve your communication skills, and even help you grow compassion for yourself as you heal.
Remember that when it comes to recovery, you’re not alone. There’s plenty of people–professional and not–that
can play some positive role in your journey. Reach out to these people regularly and you’ll soon realize
that a happy, healthy lifestyle is just around the corner.
Jackie Cortez works closely with The
Prevention Coalition and helps gather official, informative resources
dealing with substance abuse and addiction. It is her hope that this information can help anyone whose life
has been affected by substance abuse. Outside of bringing awareness to this topic, Jackie likes to
relax when she can, whether it’s enjoying a good book or playing with her dog.
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7 Tips for Mothers of Adult Addicts
Addiction in the Waiting Room: How to Go to the Doctor in Sobriety
Drugs of Abuse: Interactive Exploration of Drug Effects on the Body
Overdose Emergency: How to Identify One and What to Do
7 Tips for Mothers of Adult Addicts
10 Things I Wish I Knew at the Beginning of Sobriety
Helping an Adult Family Member or Friend with a Drug or Alcohol Problem
Addiction Help Resource Websites:
THE RECOVERY VILLAGE
Drugrehab.org/
Drug Rehab Connections
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How To Prevent High School Students From Experimenting With Drugs And Alcohol.
Explore 12 Rehabs in Wahkon, MN or nearby
Pick the Right Rehab, Reclaim Your Life!
Rehabs.com
Drug and Alcohol Withdrawal Information
Withdrawal.net
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AMERICAN ADDICTION CENTERS
AAC's Website
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New Mouth
website has an "Effects of
Drug Addiction on Oral Health" page
that we believe is relevant for our Rum River Name Change Movement
website visitors. A New Mouth article is titled
How Drug & Alcohol Addiction Impacts Your Oral Health.
Know your DNA is a website with information on
DNA testingto discover if you are at higher risks
for addiction.
Addiction Group is a website for people recovering from addiction. It is located
here
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You can view the website Alcohol Rehab Help yourself at:
here
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DrugReport seeks to inform and inspire consumers to make the best decisions for their health. View their web
page "talking to children and teens about drugs"
here.
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Pinnacle Peak Recovery is a residential and intensive outpatient treatment facility. It offers
nationally recognized, evidence-based treatment options. Its website is located
here.
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AlcoholRehabHelp is another organization with information on
alcohol addiction rehab help.
A good webpage on this organization's site is located
here.
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