a woman going through drug withdrawal symptoms

Drug Withdrawal Symptoms

Addiction, Detox, Drug AddictionBy Serenity House Detox & Recovery Houston

Confronting addiction is a difficult process in all phases, but many patients find that drug withdrawal is the hardest part. Whether heroin, opiate painkillers or meth, withdrawal symptoms can range from uncomfortable to downright dangerous. Patients often report that the mental agony of giving up the drug can be the most intense aspect. In an…

a woman practicing relapse prevention

Why Relapse Prevention Skills Are Important

Addiction, Detox, Dual Diagnosis, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Sober LivingBy Serenity House Detox & Recovery Houston

Maintaining a sober life after struggling with substance abuse problems can be difficult. Even with some addiction treatment, there’s always a risk of relapse. Learning relapse prevention skills can help you or your loved one stay on course and maintain sobriety years after they’ve left addiction treatment. How Much Of A Risk Is Relapse? Recovering…