by Megan Mattson | Jun 23, 2026 | Substance Use Disorder
How to Talk to a Loved One About Overdose Risk Substance use disorders affect entire families. When someone you love is struggling with drugs or alcohol, it’s natural to worry about their health, safety, and future. For many families today, one of the biggest...
by Megan Mattson | Jun 9, 2026 | Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder
More Than Just Fresh Air: How Outdoor Activities Enhance Treatment Outcomes Recovery is about much more than overcoming substance use. It is a journey of healing the mind, body, and spirit while learning how to build a healthier, more meaningful life. While...
by Megan Mattson | Apr 29, 2026 | Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder
Why Addiction, Trauma, and Mental Health Are All Connected When someone is struggling with addiction, it’s easy to focus only on the substance use itself. From the outside, it can look like a matter of poor choices, lack of willpower, or simply a habit that has gotten...
by Megan Mattson | Mar 31, 2026 | Substance Use Disorder
The Role of Community in Long-Term Sobriety Recovery is often described as a personal journey—and in many ways, it is. It requires honesty, courage, and a willingness to change. But one of the most common misconceptions about recovery is that it has to be done alone....
by Megan Mattson | Mar 11, 2026 | Substance Use Disorder
How Alcohol Can Affect Your Health, Work, and Relationships April is Alcohol Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the role alcohol plays in our lives and to recognize when drinking may be becoming harmful. Because alcohol is so socially accepted, it can be difficult...
