Hickory House Recovery

03/14/2026

Alcohol often starts as a social activity or a way to unwind, but it can gradually become essential. This shift may be subtle, making it hard to recognize when social drinking needs assistance. Seeking professional help is a proactive decision to protect your health and relationships. Here are five signs it might be time to seek support: https://hickoryhouse.com/the-top-5-signs-its-time-to-seek-help-for-alcohol/

For many people, alcohol starts as something social, celebratory, or relaxing. Over time, however, what once felt manageable can begin to feel necessary. The shift is often gradual, which makes it harder to recognize when casual drinking has turned into something that requires support. Seeking profe...

03/13/2026

Addiction, or Substance Use Disorder (SUD), affects millions in the U.S., with 48.4 million people over 12 struggling in 2024, but only 10.2 million received treatment. Once seen as a moral failing, addiction is now understood as a treatable brain disorder. Understanding it can help more seek the care they need. Learn more about the science of addiction here: https://hickoryhouse.com/the-science-of-addiction/

Addiction — clinically known as Substance Use Disorder (SUD) — is a medical condition that affects millions of people nationwide yet barriers to treatment persist. According to SAMHSA’s latest National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 48.4 million people over the age of 12 struggled with substan...

03/10/2026

03/06/2026

🖤 Today is Black Balloon Day, a day to remember those lost to overdose and the families forever changed by addiction. We remember our loved ones whose absence resonates in quiet moments. Behind every overdose is a cherished individual—a child, friend, sibling, or partner. Their lives mattered, and their stories go beyond tragic endings.

Addiction is not a moral failing, it is a complex illness that deserves empathy and understanding. Stigma only deepens silence and suffering. If you’re grieving, know you are not alone. If you’re struggling, remember your story isn’t over. Help and hope are attainable. 🖤

03/02/2026

When people think of addiction, they often envision substances like alcohol, opioids, or stimulants. However, addiction can also manifest as behavioral or non-substance issues, such as gambling, shopping, gaming, food, s*x, or social media. These types of addictions can be equally powerful, disruptive, and challenging to manage. They have the potential to rewire our brains, strain our relationships, and significantly impact our mental well-being. Understanding these addictions, recognizing how they develop, and exploring treatment options are crucial steps toward recovery. Find more information here: https://hickoryhouse.com/the-many-faces-of-addiction/

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When most people think of addiction, they picture substances like alcohol, opioids, or stimulants. However, addiction does not always come in the form of a chemical. Behavioral, or non-substance, addictions, such as gambling, shopping, gaming, food, s*x, or social media use, can be just as powerful,...

02/28/2026

As we wave goodbye to February, the month dedicated to love, let’s not forget the importance of self-love. Embracing yourself is the critical first step toward recovery. Often, we lose touch with who we are. Life gets busy, stress accumulates, and we make mistakes. Difficult experiences, addiction, heartbreak, or simply prioritizing others over ourselves can gradually diminish our self-trust. The reflection in the mirror may become unrecognizable—not because you’ve vanished, but because you’ve neglected your relationship with yourself. Rediscovering self-love is not about transforming into someone new; it’s about reconnecting with the person you were before the world urged you to be smaller, quieter, or less deserving. 💖✨ Find ways to reignite self-love here: https://hickoryhouse.com/falling-in-love-with-yourself/

Somewhere along the way, many people lose the connection they once had with themselves. Life happens. Stress piles up. Mistakes are made. Painful experiences, addiction, heartbreak, or simply years of putting others first can slowly erode self-trust. You stop recognizing the person in the mirror —...

02/25/2026

Moderation can be challenging, especially for those prone to addiction. It's not just willpower; it requires awareness, self-honesty, and understanding your relationship with pleasure and control. Moderation means engaging with things like alcohol, food, social media, work, shopping, or relationships without letting them dominate your life. For those with addictive tendencies, it involves mindset, boundaries, and emotional regulation. For helpful tips on moderation: https://hickoryhouse.com/the-art-of-moderation/

Moderation is one of those concepts that sounds simple but is often profoundly difficult in real life. We’re told to “do everything in moderation,” yet for many people, especially those prone to addiction, that advice can feel vague, confusing, or even dangerous. The art of moderation is not a...

02/21/2026

As we honor Black History Month, it’s crucial to focus on mental health and substance use in the African American community. This awareness not only highlights the resilience and strength of individuals and families but also addresses the ongoing disparities. Statistics reveal the challenges faced by Black Americans and the potential for change, with around 20.9% of Black or African American adults encountering a mental illness in the past year. For more information: https://hickoryhouse.com/mental-health-in-the-african-american-community/

As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s essential to shine a light on mental health and substance use within the African American community — not only to recognize the resilience and strength of individuals and families, but also to confront the disparities that persist today. Compelling data ...

02/17/2026

🎉 Congratulations to GEORGE, our Greenfield Employee of the Month for February! As a peer support specialist, George excels in connecting with our patients, earning praise from both them and fellow staff members. He embodies honesty, integrity, and empathy, and is dedicated to helping individuals struggling with addiction. Keep shining, George! 🌟