On March 25, 2022, the world mourned the tragic death of Taylor Hawkins, the drummer from the band Foo Fighters. According to a toxicology report, the cause of death for Taylor Hawkins was revealed to be an overdose. There were multiple drugs in his system at the time of death in Bogota, Colombia. He was only 50 ... Read More
Life in Recovery
After treatment, many of the guards that were in place are gone and you may find the old factors contributing to your mental state or substance use creeping back. Along with our clinical services and alumni program, we’re dedicated to equipping our patients with the tools to maintain long-term health. In this section, we provide further tips and advice on living your best life in your best health.
What Led to Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins’ Fatal Overdose
Romantic Relationships in Recovery: When are You Ready?
The term "recovery" can include the entire drug rehabilitation process, beginning with the first day of sobriety. Early recovery usually refers specifically to the detoxification and maintenance phases of treatment, when it can be difficult to determine if it's a good time to be in a romantic relationship. Addiction ... Read More
Know When to Walk Away: Leaving Toxic Relationships in Recovery
In drug and alcohol addiction recovery, every person has to take a long, hard look at each of the relationships they have and decide how to improve them or let them go. When you've identified the people close to you who are likeliest to hold you back, though, how do you make the decision of walking away from a ... Read More
Identifying Things in Your Life to Celebrate
If you take a moment to reflect on your life, you'll probably think of the major events that got you to where you are today. But though the list of your achievements is long, they tend to go unobserved. After a while, we can become conditioned to taking life milestones for granted — even though each one is worth ... Read More
Goodbye to Unhealthy Relationships: “Let the Trash Take Itself Out”
Your relationship should bring you joy, comfort and feelings of safety. The right partner will uplift you and challenge you to be a better version of yourself. But the wrong partner will do the opposite. An unhealthy relationship can pull you down, make you miserable and even trigger mental health problems. That's why ... Read More
How to Understand and Conquer Fears of Rejection
The fear of rejection is a common emotion, often fueled by a lack of confidence. It can impact all areas of your life, from your relationships at work to personal growth. Most people experience a degree of fear when placed in new situations, but for some, the fear of rejection impacts their quality of life. Whether ... Read More
Self-Sabotaging Relationships? Common Causes and Help
Imagine meeting someone new and feeling that unparalleled excitement and potential for a future together. However, it doesn't take long before you find yourself derailing the romance. Whether it's avoiding commitment altogether or, on the contrary, acting too clingy too soon, your behavior could lead to the other ... Read More
5 Tips for Confident Communication in Personal Relationships
A healthy relationship is one where you can openly share your thoughts, feelings and opinions. Successfully expressing yourself will allow you to work through relationship problems faster and stay aligned on what's important. But open communication isn't an easy task. Let's examine some steps you can take to achieve ... Read More