Addiction recovery blog

Straight Answers About Addiction and Recovery

Plain answers to the questions people look up at 2 a.m. Every article is reviewed by a licensed clinician on our team.

Featured

Alcohol

Alcoholic Nose: What Rhinophyma Actually Is

The red, swollen, bumpy nose that popular culture attaches to heavy drinking has a real medical name. It is called rhinophyma, and it is a late-stage form of rosacea, a common inflammatory skin condition.…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 21, 2026 · 6 min read

Browse by topic

Latest Articles

Therapies

EMDR for Trauma

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, commonly shortened to EMDR, is a form of therapy originally developed to treat trauma. It is still one of the most…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 12, 2022 · 4 min read

Read article →

Therapies

Is EMDR Therapy Safe?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy was developed in the 1980s by a psychologist named Francine Shapiro. At first, her understanding of how bilateral eye…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 9, 2022 · 3 min read

Read article →

Family and Loved Ones

How Family Therapy Rebuilds Family Relationships

Family conflict, miscommunication, and emotional distance can take a toll on even the most loving households. Whether caused by addiction, mental health issues, trauma, or everyday…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 2, 2022 · 5 min read

Read article →

Therapies

Benefits of EMDR Therapy for Addiction Recovery

While traditional addiction treatments such as counseling and medication play a significant role, alternative therapies are gaining recognition for their effectiveness. One such therapy is Eye…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 1, 2022 · 4 min read

Read article →

Mental Health and Dual Diagnosis

5 Most Common Types Of Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety disorders are among the most widespread mental health conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide. While feeling anxious is a normal reaction to stress, ongoing symptoms…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Aug 29, 2022 · 5 min read

Read article →

Mental Health and Dual Diagnosis

Do I Have Anxiety? Common Signs and Symptoms

Anxiety is a normal and natural response to stress, but when feelings of fear and worry become excessive and difficult to control, it may indicate an…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Aug 24, 2022 · 5 min read

Read article →

Treatment and Levels of Care

Is Vivitrol Treatment Safe?

Vivitrol is a long-acting medication often used in recovery plans, but questions about its safety continue to surface. If you're navigating treatment options, knowing what to…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Aug 22, 2022 · 4 min read

Read article →

Treatment and Levels of Care

Suboxone vs. Vivitrol Treatment

The opioid crisis has created an urgent need for effective treatments, with medication-assisted treatment (MAT) playing a pivotal role in recovery. Among these, Suboxone and Vivitrol…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Aug 17, 2022 · 5 min read

Read article →

Treatment and Levels of Care

Is Suboxone Treatment Safe?

Suboxone is a commonly prescribed medication that helps people manage opioid use disorder (OUD). It allows many individuals to regain stability and maintain long-term recovery by…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Aug 15, 2022 · 5 min read

Read article →

Therapies

Does Equine Therapy Work in Addiction Treatment?

Equine therapy is gaining attention as an innovative approach in mental health and addiction recovery. As more treatment centers explore alternative therapies, questions about the effectiveness…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Aug 3, 2022 · 4 min read

Read article →

Therapies

Benefits of Equine Therapy

Equine therapy is a powerful tool for improving mental, emotional, and physical health, especially for individuals in addiction recovery. With rising interest in holistic treatment methods,…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Aug 1, 2022 · 4 min read

Read article →

Treatment and Levels of Care

Daily Schedule in Inpatient Rehab

Inpatient rehab is a highly structured residential treatment program designed to help individuals overcome substance use disorders in a safe, supportive environment. One of the defining…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Jul 25, 2022 · 4 min read

Read article →

Have a question an article cannot answer? Admissions picks up 24/7.

Recovery stories

Recovery Stories From Our Alumni

Jack

Meet Jack, a man who once could not go a day without drinking. Now two years sober, he shares how Mile High Recovery Center helped him regain control and rebuild his life.

Grace

Grace began drinking to escape the pain of childhood trauma. Today she is the Director of our Alumni Program and living proof that true transformation is possible.

Colin

From meth and fentanyl use to full recovery, Colin talks honestly about how the structured support at Mile High Recovery helped him find hope and start anew.

Mile High Recovery Center Reviews

Resources

Addiction and Recovery Resources

Plain answers to the questions people look up at 2 a.m., written by our clinical team.

Blog

Addiction Recovery Blog

Hundreds of articles on substances, mental health, treatment and life in recovery.

Guide

Alcohol Addiction Guide

Signs of a drinking problem, how withdrawal works, and what treatment looks like.

Guides

All Treatment Guides

Longer guides to residential treatment, outpatient care, insurance and more.

One call starts it

Healing begins here at Our Colorado Addiction Treatment Center

If you or someone you love needs a Colorado addiction treatment center you can trust, call us. The call is confidential and it is the only step you have to take today.

100% Confidential

Joint Commission Accredited

Colorado Medicaid Accepted

Admissions 24/7