Recovering addict Vic Vela took a good hard look at Rocketman and was often driven to tears. He also found a lot of hope. Rocketman: The Recovering Addict’s Perspective Vic Vela doesn’t “know anything about being a famous rock star or having millions of dollars.” He doesn’t know anything “about writing songs that people sing in the shower or perform… Read More
Healing Properties has been successfully treating men for substance use disorder (SUD) since 2002. In fact, our numerous addiction treatment center reviews and testimonials prove it! They also prove that long-term sobriety isn’t just possible — it’s probable. If, that is, you’re ready, willing and eager to fully commit. What Makes for a Successful Addiction Treatment Center There are many… Read More
Parents often know their sons better than the sons know themselves. So they’re often the first to recognize the signs and symptoms of a son’s substance abuse. But what to do? How do parents best deal with a son’s addiction? Greater Good Magazine‘s sociologist, coach and columnist Christine Carter got with Creative Drug Education co-founder Richard Ryan in response to… Read More
To say it’s hard to quit drugs is like saying the earth is round. True, yes. But the statement nowhere near encompasses the enormity of that truth. Then again, if drugs were easy to quit we wouldn’t have addicts. And we most certainly wouldn’t need addiction treatment centers. But it’s not just hard to quit drugs; it’s one of the… Read More
Addiction. Overdose. Relapse. All three form a large part of Golf Channel star David Feherty’s story. But they’re by no means all of it. Not even close. The former PGA and European Tour golfer turned pro back in 1976 and spent most of his playing career in Europe, where he won five times and finished in the top ten twice… Read More
