The Recovery Den

03/12/2026

Swing by The Recovery Den today for free Naloxone! We will also provide you with the education and answer any questions that you may have.

03/11/2026

You can get the help you need today. Give us a call!

03/10/2026

03/10/2026

Ready for a fresh start? Let us guide you! Our services are 100% free, and we can get you into treatment, inpatient or outpatient, regardless of insurance.

03/09/2026

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03/08/2026

Genetics play a role in addiction because some people are born with brain chemistry that makes substances feel more rewarding or harder to stop once they start.

Here’s what that means in everyday terms:

Reward sensitivity: Some people’s dopamine systems respond more intensely to alcohol or drugs. It feels better to them than it might to someone else.

Stress response: Certain inherited traits make people more prone to anxiety, impulsivity, or depression, which can increase the likelihood of using substances to cope.

Tolerance and dependence: The way someone’s body metabolizes substances can also be influenced by genes.

Research shows genetics account for about 40 to 60 percent of addiction risk, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

But genes are not destiny. Environment, trauma, support systems, and personal choices also play major roles. You might inherit vulnerability, not inevitability.

03/07/2026

You can start over today, right now.

03/06/2026

Come join us!

03/05/2026

The Recovery Den has a variety of peer support groups that we would love for you to attend! If you're looking for something else, drop us a message! We may be able to point you in the right direction.

03/04/2026

Celebrating hitting 1k on TikTok! We are so grateful for all the support, messages, and comments!

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