Pecan Haven Blog

Substance abuse can wreak havoc on just about every single part of an individual’s life– it’s nearly impossible to maintain a normal life when actively abusing substances. While substance abuse may require you to forego many things in your life, your productivity...

Seeking recovery from addiction requires a lot of courage. If you stick with it, it can be a transformative journey that brings a lot of amazing things into your life. However, it’s important to acknowledge how difficult the road to long-lasting sobriety can be....

Substance abuse among teenagers is a particularly serious problem– it has all of the usual harmful consequences of addiction, combined with serious long-term effects on developing minds’ health, education and overall wellbeing. Substance abuse programs tailored for...

Addiction is a serious enough problem that just about everyone in the United States knows someone who’s been seriously affected by it. Part of the reason why this issue is so pervasive is its complexity. There’s no easy, simple solution to immediately help someone...

Substance abuse and mental illness are two of the most stigmatized and misunderstood conditions of the present day. In many cases, the two go hand-in-hand– substance abuse can lead to the development of certain mental health issues, while the presence of mental health...

Substance abuse and homelessness are two subjects that most people find uncomfortable. Bringing up these subjects may make people shy away or change the subject– it can be unpleasant to talk about. However, substance abuse and homelessness are both extremely important...

Opioid addiction is a serious issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Unfortunately, it’s highly likely that you or someone you know has experienced this issue, either personally or through a loved one. If someone you know is struggling with an opioid...

If you or a loved one are working to make a change in your lives and stop drinking, you should be aware of the realities of alcohol withdrawal. Alcohol withdrawal is a serious condition that can occur in people who have been drinking heavily for an extended period of...

Sleep is an incredibly important part of our lives. Typically, we spend about one-third of our lives asleep– which is a good thing, considering that our bodies need to rest, repair, and recharge every night. If you’ve ever experienced insomnia or other sleep problems,...

We all know that addiction has serious negative effects on the brain and body. It can affect your memory and focus long-term, plus put you at increased risk of mental health problems like depression, anxiety, or psychosis. But when it comes to addiction, that’s only...