The Danger of Alcohol-Induced Blackouts

The Danger of Alcohol-Induced Blackouts

Blackouts were once associated with alcoholism but can happen when a person drinks a lot of alcohol too fast. Blackouts cause long-term damage. High levels of alcohol impair the part of the brain that forms new memories. A blackout is

Read more ›

2 People cooking homemade meal

4 Hobbies to Pick Up to Help with Sobriety

Staying sober can be a difficult task no matter what addiction you’re dealing with. When it comes to rehab and addiction treatment, there are many holistic approaches and practices to help you recover from an addiction. That being said, there

Read more ›

Useful Strategies to Stay Sober After Treatment

Useful Strategies to Stay Sober After Treatment

After treatment, you need to make adjustments and lifestyle changes for recovery. There will be many challenges that put you at high risk for relapse. Plan a strategy in advance to avoid difficult situations that may tempt you to use.

Read more ›

Health Risks of Vaping and JUULing

The Relationship of Nicotine Vapes and Addiction

The trend of vaping and JUULing is putting teens at risk for serious health complications. Vapes, vaporizers, JUULs, and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are electronic nicotine delivery systems often used to replace other habit-forming nicotine delivery vessels, such as cigarettes, which

Read more ›

Addiction therapy life after addiction

Life After Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is something that has been devastating people’s lives for many years. No matter how a person stumbles across drug abuse, it has an impact on their lives. Someone who has gone through an addiction and managed to obtain

Read more ›

Young people supporting their friend struggling with addiction

Addiction Treatment is Needed More Than Ever

The addiction disease has been riddling the country more than ever these days. With everything going on including the pandemic, addiction treatment and therapy is needed more than ever now. Staying home can be extremely tough, especially when dealing with

Read more ›

Man Smoking Marijuana - Marijuana Addiction

The Psychological Addiction to Marijuana

Marijuana abuse has been a real problem in America. The recreational drug seems harmless to most people. Some may tell you that “it’s just like alcohol, really.” In fact, it’s not, but just like any other drug, it can become

Read more ›

Woman reading book during quarantine

How to Cope with Your Addiction During Quarantine

It’s understandable what everyone is going through during lockdown and the Coronavirus Pandemic. Many people are hospitalized or staying at home. If you’re in recovery as an addict, we know it can be so difficult to keep up with staying

Read more ›

College Students drinking deal with addiction

The Dangers of College Drug Addiction

College can be an incredible time for a young person to find their path in life, but many times there are trials that person may go through. Whatever the workload is, studying for exams, finalizing projects, and cramming homework in

Read more ›

Joint Commission Customer Support
Contact Customer Service at 630-792-5800 or via fax at 630-792-5005
Report a Patient Safety Event
Report a patient safety event or concern about a Joint Commission-accredited or -certified health care organization.