Why Can’t I Stay Sober?
Why Can't I Stay Sober? How to Overcome Addiction For those struggling with a substance use disorder, getting sober is likely the most challenging thing they will ever have to do. Addiction is ...
Why is Alcohol So Addictive?
Alcohol Abuse & Dependence What Makes Alcohol Addictive? Alcohol addiction, or alcohol use disorder, is a medical condition characterized by the compulsive use of alcohol despite negative consequences. Alcohol addiction is a chronic ...
The Difference Between Hydrocodone & Oxycodone
Addiction Treatment Options Opioid Dependence & Recovery In the mid-1990s, major pharmaceutical companies developed prescription painkillers like hydrocodone and oxycodone and began pitching them to medical professionals across the country. They marketed these medications ...
How Do I Pay for Detox?
Addiction Treatment Questions Paying for Medical Detox You have been struggling with an addictive disorder for a significant amount of time. Substance use has started to take over your life, and you are ...
Am I an Addict?
Drug & Alcohol Addiction Signs & Symptoms Am I Addicted? What is addiction, and how can you tell if you’ve been struggling with a diagnosable substance use disorder? Addiction is a chronic health ...
What Do Pain Pills Look Like?
How to Recognize Opioid Painkillers Pain Pill Identifier Prescription pain pills, also known as painkillers, are a type of medication most commonly utilized for the treatment of moderate or severe pain. The most ...
2021 National Recovery Month Events in Maine
September is National Recovery Month in Maine Your Guide to This Year's Local & Virtual Events September is officially National Recovery Month, which is a national day to celebrate the gifts of recovery. There ...
Using FMLA for Alcohol Detox When You Have a Job
How to Go to Detox with FMLA Taking a Leave of Absence From Work There are many important factors to consider when it comes to seeking professional treatment for an alcohol abuse disorder. ...
COVID-19 & Alcohol Addiction Rates
Consequences of the Coronavirus How COVID-19 Has Affected Alcohol Abuse Rates One unfortunate reality of the pandemic has been its effect on the rates of alcohol abuse and dependence. At Pine Tree Recovery ...
Getting Sober with My Boyfriend
Relationships & Addiction Tips for Getting Sober with a Partner Getting sober can be scary at first. Not only are you venturing into unknown territory, but you know almost every component of your ...
