Addiction Treatment in Iowa: Articles & Blog Posts
5 Reasons to Enter Treatment Over the Holidays
If you are struggling with substance use and thinking about getting help, don’t let the holiday season delay your treatment....
Coping with Stress During the Holidays
As the holiday season continues its march through the next month, it can bring with it excitement and energy. If...
Giving Back Versus Giving Gifts
As we approach the season of gift-buying and giving, the financial burden can feel a little overwhelming depending on the...
Here’s to a Happy, Sober Thanksgiving
It’s a beautiful time of year, as October comes to a colorful end and November brings shorter days and the...
How To Tell Someone You’re Dating That You’re In Recovery
Everyone deserves love and mutual support, whether or not they’re recovering from a substance use disorder. However, when it comes...
Is Iowa Struggling With Addiction?
Iowa State is filled with culture, delicious food, and one of the highest numbers of motorcycle owners in the country....
How to Cope Without Drinking
Effective Sober Coping Strategies in Recovery Coping with stressful circumstances is a psychological and emotional skill. If you are in...
Christian Values That Support Recovery
Core Christian values could be widely disputed, but it’s probably safe to say that the foundation of Christianity is based...
What Are Toxic Relationships in Recovery?
From a mental health perspective, a toxic relationship is any type of sustained interaction with someone that leaves you feeling...
Engaging With Your Community After Recovery
While completing St. Gregory’s addiction treatment program is an awesome achievement, sustaining your sobriety relies on community engagement for the...
The Best Habits For Women to Adopt in Sobriety
When it comes to barriers to success and recovery, women face more of them than men. But that doesn’t mean...
What’s The Point of Meditation?
As meditation has become more widely taught and practiced in the U.S. over the last decade, it has become a...