Recovery Resources
All The Places To Purchase or Enjoy Zero-Proof Drinks In Virginia
Non-alcoholic beverages, also known as zero-proof drinks, have gained popularity in Virginia due to their ability to mimic the taste of traditional…
Your Local Sober Living Guide Featuring Sober Events In Virginia
The state of Virginia has been home to a variety of great events and activities for individuals of all ages to enjoy….
Concerned About A Loved One? Learn More About Involuntary Treatment Laws in Virginia
Involuntary psychiatric treatment involves admitting an adult patient to inpatient treatment against their will for a defined time. Once the ink dries…
Looking For Meetings and Local Support Groups In Virginia? We Can Help!
If you have a mental health condition or substance use disorder in Virginia, you may be feeling isolated from your natural support…
Find Sober Roommates in Virginia To Support Your Recovery Journey
Who you decide to be your roommate is an important part of your recovery journey. A sober roommate would be less likely…
Here’s A List of Our Favorite Fun and Sober Activities In Virginia
While it may seem daunting to find new sources of fun when you’ve spent so long defining “fun” as a drinking-adjacent activity,…
What Is A Halfway House and What Is It Like?
Halfway houses are transitional homes for patients undergoing mental health, drug, and alcohol recovery. These houses are conceptually located “halfway” between the…
Mental Health Treatment: When Is It Time for Medication?
It can be hard to admit that you need medication for a mental health issue. For all the progress that’s been made…
Recovery Coping Mechanisms: What Are They and Why Are They Important?
Recovery Unplugged has officially wrapped our 2022 Recovery Madness Tournament featuring some of the most commonly practiced coping mechanisms in recovery and…
Addiction and Chronic Disease: What’s the Connection and How Can I Get Help?
Addiction and chronic disease are closely linked[1] in a variety of ways. Drugs and alcohol impact every part of the body, including…
Addiction and Eating Disorder: What’s the Connection and How Do I Get Help?
February 21-27 is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. It’s an opportunity to support, advocate, and empower people living with eating disorders while…
Training the Eye: A Guide to What Drugs Look Like and How to Identify Them by Appearance
What do drugs look like, exactly? It’s a simple question with a not-so-simple answer, but it’s never been more important to get…
How Meth, Crack, and Suboxone Affect Your Teeth
The effect of illicit drugs on mental and physical well-being has been thoroughly studied and is well-established in scholarly circles. Even in…
Addiction and Suicide: How Do I Get Help for Myself or My Loved One?
Addiction and suicide are closely linked. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reports that over 20 percent of suicide…
Blue Cross Blue Shield for Drug Rehab: Does My Insurance Cover Treatment?
You can use your Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance to pay for rehab and addiction treatment. Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) is…
Dry January: How You Can Participate and Why It’s ALWAYS A Good Idea
Drink too much this holiday season? Been drinking too much all year? Been drinking too much your whole life? If you answered…
Addiction in Sports: Where It Begins, Where It Ends, and What It Does to Athletes
The toxic presence of drugs and alcohol addiction in sports has been well-documented. However, we often don’t hear about it until a…
Fentanyl Test Strips: What Are They, How Do They Work, and Why Are They Important?
Fentanyl testing strips are an increasingly important asset in the fight against fatal drug overdose. They’re testing kits that can detect the…
Alcohol and Drug Hotlines: Who Can You Contact When You Need Help?
One of the worst things about addiction and mental illness is that it makes you feel alone and that there’s nobody you…
Suboxone Personality Changes and Other Signs and Symptoms
Suboxone (buprenorphine) is a medication often used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD) by managing withdrawal symptoms and alleviating intense cravings that…
The Language of Recovery: 5 Tips for Talking to A Newly Sober Person
Language matters. The right (or wrong) words can completely transform a person’s day. When that person has just entered recovery[1] from drug…