by Joseph Ahrens | Apr 6, 2026 | Substance Abuse
Alcohol Awareness Month: Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder Each April, Alcohol Awareness Month helps raise awareness about the impact of alcohol misuse and encourages people to seek help when needed. While many people drink socially, alcohol use can sometimes become...
by Joseph Ahrens | Mar 16, 2026 | Substance Abuse
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week: Empowering Teens With the Truth Each year during National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW), communities across the country come together to share science-based facts about substance use and addiction. At ACTS, we believe that...
by Joseph Ahrens | Mar 2, 2026 | Mental Health, Stress Management, Substance Abuse
Why Sleep Is a Big Deal in Recovery and Mental Wellness Sleep Awareness Week (March 8–14) is a time to focus on the importance of healthy sleep and its impact on overall well-being. Sleep is often one of the first things disrupted by stress, mental illness, or...
by admin | Feb 23, 2026 | Sobriety, Substance Abuse
Recovery is not defined by one big moment – it’s built through many small, meaningful steps taken each day. While milestones matter, it’s often the everyday victories that create lasting change. Celebrating small wins in recovery helps build confidence,...
by admin | Jan 26, 2026 | Sobriety, Substance Abuse
Relapse can feel discouraging, but it’s important to understand this truth: relapse is not failure. For many people, setbacks are a part of the recovery process – not a sign that recovery isn’t possible. Substance use disorder is a chronic health condition, and...
by admin | Jan 19, 2026 | Mental Health, Substance Abuse
Why treating mental health and substance use together matters Co-occurring disorders – sometimes called dual diagnosis – occur when a person experiences both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder at the same time. This is more common...
