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A Rainbow Baby With Adult Child Syndrome
Lived experience + clinical insight—defining adult child syndrome, risks for “rainbow babies,” and protective steps families can take.
Kirsten Rabuck
Nov 8, 20258 min read


Family Support: The X-Factor In Addiction Treatment - Part II
Families can make—or break—treatment. Veteran counselor Jim Savage outlines a practical framework for early education, healthy boundaries, and closing the gaps between client, family, and program.
Jim Savage
Nov 7, 20254 min read


When Sadness Descends: Dealing with Sadness in Recovery
Author Tim Lineaweaver shares lived-experience strategies for managing waves of sadness without self-medicating—therapy, movement, mindfulness, routine, and asking for help when needed.
Tim Lineaweaver
Nov 7, 20255 min read


Why Client Autonomy is Considered Sacred In Substance Use Disorder Treatment
LADC-II Joshua Bennett-Johnson argues that autonomy isn’t optional—it’s the engine of real change. A field-level story shows how honoring choice unlocks engagement and outcomes.
Joshua Bennett-Johnson
Nov 7, 202510 min read


Adult Child Syndromes Can Grow Into Substance Use Disorder
A gripping first‑person account revealing how trauma and Adult Child Syndrome can fuel substance use disorder—and how recovery rebuilds values and identity.
Tim Lineaweaver
Oct 30, 20256 min read


The Glaring Hole In SUD Addiction Treatment - Part I
Family involvement in addiction treatment determines recovery outcomes—but most treatment centers still fail to integrate families effectively.
Jim Savage
Oct 30, 20254 min read


Rebuilding from the Ashes: Michael's Journey of Recovery and Reconnection
A powerful therapeutic case story showing how childhood trauma patterns can be broken—toward recovery, reconnection, and personal identity.
Jonathan Russell
Oct 30, 20255 min read


Unlayering the Hidden Roots of Trauma: Trauma Trigger Tools
Trauma triggers, CPTSD therapy, and somatic-based healing—Heline Freea outlines how to identify triggers, break patterns, and heal.
Heline Freea
Oct 30, 202510 min read


What Is Body Brokering In SUD Treatment Centers?
Publisher Tom O’Connor exposes the dark side of patient brokering in addiction treatment and offers guidance on finding ethical recovery programs.
Tom O’Connor
Oct 24, 20256 min read


Those We Leave Behind
A heartfelt story of a veteran’s resilience and recovery, reflecting the compassion at the heart of community-based healing
Mark Lefebvre
Oct 24, 20255 min read


My Crusade To Save Lives
Patty Born’s heartbreaking yet hopeful journey through grief and her mission to transform tragedy into advocacy for suicide awareness and healing.
Patty Born
Oct 24, 20255 min read


The Power of Letting Go: Using the "Let Them" Theory in Recovery Coaching
Wes Arnett shows how the 'Let Them' theory empowers recovery coaches to release control and foster autonomy, resilience, and sustainable change.
Wes Arnett
Oct 19, 20256 min read
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