Staying Sober Over the Holidays & Finding Joy
The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but as a Massachusetts addiction treatment center, we know that for many,
November 2, 2020
Our blog offers information on addiction-related issues and topics for recovering individuals and their loved ones. Here, you can seek information about substances of abuse, side effects, treatment, current medications, therapy, inpatient programs and more.
Codependency: an Issue You Can Live Without
There can be a whole host of related issues that can come with the complications of addiction. Codependency is an emotional and behavioral condition that
August 25, 2020
10 Things To Do In Springfield This Weekend To Relieve Stress And Relax
Here are 10 things you can do in and around Springfield this weekend to reduce your stress levels and help take care of your mental
June 26, 2020
Vertava Health Massachusetts Now Offering Specialized Programming For First Responders
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), there are links between first responders and an increased risk of substance use, like
April 7, 2020
Signs Of Hydrocodone Abuse
Hydrocodone is a type of prescription opioid that is highly addictive and can produce euphoric effects in high doses. Other common names for drugs containing
December 16, 2019
How To Prevent Alcohol Abuse
There are many reasons a person may want to actively avoid alcohol abuse. Perhaps a family member struggles with alcoholism or you are starting to
November 25, 2019
How To Help Someone With Alcohol Abuse
It might be easy for you to see that a loved one’s drinking has become a problem, but the very nature of alcohol often makes
November 25, 2019
7 Warning Signs Of Alcoholism
Alcohol abuse and addiction is a prevalent problem in the United States. Unfortunately, it can sometimes be hard to determine if someone is abusing alcohol
November 18, 2019
How Many People Abuse Alcohol?
Alcohol abuse is a common problem in the United States. According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), nearly 15 million
November 14, 2019