January 2023

The overuse and abuse of alcohol in our society is a severe problem. Since it is so widely available and so socially accepted, alcohol has become the drug of choice for many underage teens. Alcohol itself is a destructive drug that causes untold health problems, both short- and long-term, and results in many thousands of […]

The most widely-prescribed benzodiazepine drug, Xanax, is also the most commonly abused. Its generic name is alprazolam. It can be very effective for several different conditions — anxiety, sleep issues, muscle tension — yet it’s never without risk, not even when taken as directed by a physician. Many people are prone to misusing Xanax, and […]

An important aspect of recovery is becoming a part of our families again, returning to our communities, and finding or reinventing meaningful work. One of the important things that Blueprints for Recovery offers their clients is a new opportunity to practice living meaningfully. Maddy Harland, editor of Permaculture magazine, recently reminded me of The Great […]

Addiction is time-consuming. When you give up drugs or alcohol, you wind up with a lot of spare hours on your hands, which, if you want to retain your sobriety, will have to be filled with something else—something exciting, productive, and challenging. One way to strengthen your mind and body is through martial arts. Martial […]

What is a binge eating disorder? Binge eating is where the individual frequently eats large amounts of food, and has little or no self control to stop. The individual may also be plagued with emotions such as guilt and shame over eating too much, and might even fall into depression because of it. However, binge […]

The first step in getting treatment for an Opiate addiction is for the individual to be clinically diagnosed by a medical health professional. For diagnosis, the professional will look at the symptoms displayed by the individual. These symptoms can also be spotted by an individual’s loved ones who suspect an Opiate addiction. SIGNS OF OPIATE […]

Despite the overwhelming evidence proving against such, many people continue to argue addiction is a choice people continue to make. However, this could not be further from the truth, as addiction is a chronic disease like any other. According to DrugAbuse.gov, studies have shown addiction is likened to a brain disease in that it causes […]

I have had many teachers and mentors, from their research and specializations I have accumulated my skills. Among these teachers are Sir Richard Bowlby, Dr. Allan Schore, Dr. Daniel Siegel, Dr. Daniel Stern, Dr. T. Berry Brazelton, Dr. Stephen Porges, Mary Main, Dr. John Bowlby, Mary Ainsworth, and the Boston Change Group. I thank all […]

When you realize you have a drug addiction problem and you are ready to make a change, it is important to recognize you can’t do it on your own. There are drug rehabilitation centers equipped in assisting addicts on their road to recovery. The beginning is always the hardest, which is why the structure of […]

Nicotine affects many different systems within the body—most importantly, the brain. Over time, the brain becomes accustomed to the presence of nicotine. Nicotine withdrawal can be unpleasant. The cravings many smokers experience during acute withdrawal is comparable to those of opiate addiction. For days, sometimes weeks, it’s all the addict can think about. If you’re […]

A recent in-network team-up with Beacon Health Options has allowed our team at Blueprints for Recovery to offer our customized drug and alcohol rehabilitation services to more people than ever. As the leading addiction treatment center in Prescott, Arizona, we look forward to being able to support more members of our communities without them worrying […]

People who have mental health disorders in conjunction with substance addiction are often diagnosed as having a co-occurring disorder — also known as dual diagnosis. Though having a co-occurring disorder can be common for an individual in recovery, it can still present more challenges. So here’s what you should know: COMMON TYPES OF CO-OCCURRING DISORDERS […]

When starting off the new year in recovery, it’s vital to have an optimistic attitude and set forth some positive goals. While having a positive outlook for the future ahead is key, its also important to consider what we can do in order to stay strong and motivated. GET INSPIRED In recovery, the most important […]

In the young adult drug treatment program, Blueprints For Recovery, I have been fortunate enough to attend several recovery conventions. It is always a bunch of fun and I always leave with a great sense of fellowship. There is a lot of recovery at the events. It is inspiring to see hundreds of other people […]