How to Manage Alcohol Cravings

Overcoming addiction is a journey that requires strength, support, and practical strategies. At Legacy Healing Center, we understand the challenges individuals face, especially when it comes to managing alcohol cravings. Whether you’re in recovery or supporting someone who is, knowing how to navigate these cravings is essential for long-term success. Our addiction specialists provide insights […]

Ohio State Student Drug Overdose Deaths Prompt Harm Reduction

In May of 2022, two female students from Ohio State University tragically died from drug overdoses. A third female, who was also found to be convulsing, survived. What is so upsetting about this news is that both girls died from a substance neither intended to take. These Ohio State student drug overdose deaths highlight the […]

Key Tips for Holiday Relapse Prevention

The holiday season is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and joy, but for those in recovery, it can also be filled with stress, triggers, and the risk of relapse. At Legacy Healing Center, we understand the unique challenges the holidays present and the importance of having a solid holiday relapse prevention plan in place […]

Harm Reduction vs. Abstinence in Addiction Recovery

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Overcoming addiction is an unbelievably difficult undertaking, so figuring out the right approach is crucial to ensure success. The specialists at Legacy Healing Center, a nationwide provider of rehab care, will examine harm reduction vs abstinence approaches in drug addiction treatment. Our nationwide drug and alcohol rehab centers are committed to promoting physical and mental […]

How to Survive a Party Where Others are Drinking

Alcohol Use Disorder and Socializing: How to Be the Life of the Party Without a Drink in Your Hand Recovery from alcohol use disorder is a lifelong affair requiring lots of hard work and focus. Maintaining your newfound sobriety for a lifetime will require you to put to use all the coping skills you learned […]

Relapse Warning Signs and Causes to Look Out For

Much like a marathon, addiction recovery entails slow and steady progress with no quick solutions. Breaking free of a drug or alcohol dependence takes time, dedication, and effort. No matter how competent, no behavioral health center can break the addiction cycle without the determination of its participants. Even after initial success, relapse warning signs in […]

Relapse Prevention: How to Create an Effective Plan

Relapse is a common challenge in recovery, but a well-structured strategy to prevent relapse can help. As an experienced addiction treatment provider with facilities across the country, Legacy Healing Center, our addiction specialists develop relapse prevention plans that help people identify and manage triggers effectively. What Is a Relapse Prevention Plan? A relapse prevention plan […]

8 Healthy Coping Strategies for Addiction Recovery

Overcoming addiction requires perseverance, support, and the right tools. Developing healthy coping skills is one of the most critical aspects of maintaining long-term sobriety. At Legacy Healing Center, we understand individuals’ challenges during recovery and provide personalized guidance to help them establish effective coping strategies that work for each unique situation. By focusing on individual […]

The Connection Between PTSD and Substance Abuse

Important Information About the Link Between PTSD and Substance Abuse    PTSD, (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) is caused by psychological trauma and is thought to affect 7.7 million American adults. Research shows that many people who have experienced psychological trauma turn to substance abuse as a coping mechanism. A variety of substances can make a user feel numbed, empowered, […]