Category Archives: Sober Living

What Is Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy?

With careful management and commitment to recovery, Alcohol Use Disorder you can work towards regaining cardiovascular health and improving your overall well-being. Echocardiography is perhaps the most useful initial diagnostic tool in the evaluation of patients with heart failure. Because of the ease and speed of the test and its noninvasive nature, it is the […]

The Four Stages of Sobriety What to expect when you quit drinking. by Benya Clark Exploring Sobriety

We aim to help our clients regain control over their emotions and create a stable foundation for a healthier, happier life. At this phase, the recovering addict goes through the difficult yet transformative rehab and recovery process. The person dealing with addiction will learn to identify his/her triggers, engage in coping strategies, gain interpersonal skills, […]

The Massachusetts Alliance for Sober Housing MASH

The Vanderburgh Foundation, Inc. is proud to work towards mash certified sober homes the same goals as MASH in supporting sober house operators. Learn more about becoming a VSL Chartered Operator. MASH was formed in 2007 when a group of sober home operators recognized the need for consistent standards and greater accountability within the sober housing […]

Addictive Drugs: Twelve of the Most Dangerous Drugs

Because of this, people are overdosing at high rates because they are unaware of the drug they’re using. Needless to say, it is something that is extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. It’s been known to derail lives, change personalities, and cause death in many cases. In an emergency? Need treatment? About […]

Salvia Effects: Unknown Dangers of a Potent Hallucinogenic Drug

However, people do not know what the long-term effects of salvia use might be. Salvia also has a low addiction potential, and people have not reported overdoses. In some places, salvia is a “legal high,” a recreational drug that does not fall under any of the government classifications of illegal drugs. There are concerns that […]

Salvia Laws in Maine: Legal Use, Possession, and Penalties

The intensity of the experience can vary significantly, but the effects of salvia are relatively short-lived compared to other hallucinogens. It is still legal in Mexico, and many people bring it into the country for distribution illegally. It’s important to note that salvia may be illegal at a State or local level, but salvia is […]

Salvia: Extent of use, effects, and risks

This interaction disrupts normal communication between brain regions, causing the hallucinogenic and dissociative effects users experience. As awareness of salvia divinorum grows, so do the discussions surrounding its use, risks, and legal standing. This hallucinogenic herb, with its active component salvinorin A, showcases significant activity as a potent hallucinogen while maintaining relatively low toxicity compared […]

The Challenge Of Alcoholism In Marriage: Restoring Trust with Soberlink

The first step in making the decision to get married after rehab is evaluating your readiness. It is important to be honest with yourself about whether you are truly ready for such a commitment. Are you able to handle the stress that comes with marriage? The Silent Partner: Functional Alcoholism When one partner in a […]

How to Taper Off Alcohol to Avoid Withdrawal Symptoms

While tapering off alcohol can be an effective self-treatment strategy, it’s important to note that what works for one person may not be safe for everyone. Therefore, seeking professional care to develop a customized tapering strategy is highly recommended. In some cases, a benzodiazepine regimen may be used to replace the body’s alcohol needs during […]