The Whippets Drug is a Concern for Teen Drug Abuse

In the ongoing battle to keep our nation’s youth drug-free, we commonly overlook one of the greatest risks for addiction and drug-related fatalities: inhalants like huffing glue and the whippets drug. Many anti-drug campaigns focus on substances such as alcohol, marijuana, and cocaine, and ignore the danger contained in common household products that are readily… Read More

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6 Podcasts to Inspire Your Recovery Journey

You’ve likely heard the old adage ‘You are what you eat,’ but did you know that this idea applies to more than just food? Just like how what you eat affects your body, what you listen to impacts your mind. The effect that music has on our brains has been widely researched, and most studies… Read More

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Women’s History Month: Female Figures Who Have Shaped Addiction Recovery

Image by Dave Tracy If someone asked you which gender is more prone to substance abuse, how would you respond? Many people believe men are more likely to struggle with substance use disorders. Historically, men were more prone to addiction as substance use wasn’t socially acceptable for women but as social expectations change, the gender… Read More

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Transform Your Outlook on Life: 108 Gratitudes

Did you know that Americans rank January and February as their least favorite months of the year? With the holiday season over and the dreary, cold weather persisting, this may not come as a surprise to you. Whether you are living in a seemingly endless stream of rainy days or trudging through snow every time… Read More

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Silver Lake: A Healing Community for Recovery

A vital and necessary part of a successful recovery is proper care after inpatient treatment. At Alo House, we encourage all of our clients to participate in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) after they complete a residential treatment program. Outpatient treatment is our lowest level of care, and time in an outpatient treatment varies on… Read More

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The Greatest Gift This Holiday Season: Give Gratitude

Did you know that practicing gratitude has the potential to shift the way you see the world? It’s true! In fact, giving thanks for the good things in your life will make you happier, improve your relationships, and benefit your health. While gratitude is a beneficial practice for everyone, it’s especially impactful for those in… Read More

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The Ongoing Battle Against the #1 Cause of Overdose Deaths

Too often, what begins as a prescription for pain results in a heroin overdose. The opioid epidemic in our country is fueled by pain medications carelessly prescribed by doctors. While these drugs are typically taken after surgery or other injury, they have been used as a crutch in the medical community for too long. Historically,… Read More

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