Helping a Child with an Addiction

As we discussed in our post about things you should know as the parent of an addict, it can be difficult to know how you can help your child when you know they are struggling. On the one hand, you can’t make your child want to change his or her life, but on the other...

The Importance of Psychotherapy in Recovery

Spending time with a licensed therapist is central to a successful recovery from addiction. Here are just a few reasons why: Addiction is more than physical. When treating any drug addiction, including alcohol addiction, it’s vital to remember that addiction is never...

The Importance of Dual Diagnosis in Addiction Recovery

You’ve probably heard the phrase “dual diagnosis” in the world of addiction recovery, and you may have noticed that we at A Mission for Michael are different in that we put dual diagnosis at the very center of how we approach treatment for addiction. We offer...