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Five Steps Toward a Substance Use Disorder
Sometimes it can feel like something has happened all at once with no warning. In fact, a person who has developed a substance use disorder might convince themselves that the
It is Okay to Step Away from Frustrating Situations
You have almost certainly found yourself in a situation in which you felt yourself getting more and more frustrated. Maybe you were working on a
How to Overcome Opioid Use Disorder with Chronic Pain
In early 2025, The New York Times ran an eye-opening story by Jennifer Kahn titled “Chronic Pain is a Hidden Epidemic. It’s Time for a
How to Know If The Farley Center’s Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program Is Right for You
All of us at The Farley Center are proud of our inpatient and outpatient treatment programs for those who are struggling with drugs or alcohol.
Gas Station Heroin: Cheap, Accessible, and Alarmingly Dangerous
For many folks, the biggest worry at the gas station might be whether or not it is safe to use a cellphone while filling up
Some Apps You Are Apt to Find Helpful in Recovery: Part Two
In a recent post, we suggested some apps that could help you manage and improve your physical health and your emotional and mental well-being. Our
Recovery Lessons From the Olympics
As we write this, the 2026 Olympic Winter Games have just come to a close. Athletes from around the world competed over two weeks in
Some Apps You Are Apt to Find Helpful in Recovery: Part One
Sometimes you hear people say something like, “Smartphones are the cause of…” and then they mention something dire. Smartphones are the cause of mental health
Sitcom Theme Songs Offer Recovery Advice. No, really.
We know that when you think about sources of wisdom, you probably do not think about sitcoms. Sure, good situation comedies often find ways to
Some Ways to Stress Less in Recovery
You have no doubt noticed that life can be pretty stressful. We all have so many responsibilities that we try to stay on top of
Resolve to Keep the Resolutions Smaller in the New Year
Each year around this time, millions of folks are thinking about their New Year’s resolutions. That makes sense given that a new year feels like