Category: Addiction

The Fourth of July is usually associated with barbecues, parties, and alcohol-fueled festivities, but for those in recovery, these settings can be stressful or even dangerous. Holidays have a way of heightening emotions, and for individu…

Recovery is not a journey that should be taken alone. At Empowered Recovery Center in Atlanta, we understand that community and connection play a crucial role in healing. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to our recovery meeting on …

Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. It’s a time filled with barbecues, pool parties, beach trips, and get-togethers with friends and family. Unfortunately, many of these activities also involve alcohol, which can p…

African Americans face unique barriers to addiction treatment that can often deter or prevent them from seeking help. These challenges stem from historical, systemic, and societal factors that influence access to healthcare, trust in med…

Substance abuse among young adults and addiction has become a serious public health concern, one with long-term negative effects on society. As people between the ages of 18 and 25 navigate major life transitions, from gaining independen…

Harm reduction is an essential part of addressing substance use and public health in a compassionate, effective way. We believe that everyone deserves access to tools and education that can save lives, which is why Empowered Recovery Cen…

At Empowered Recovery Center in Atlanta, we understand that addiction affects not just the individual struggling but also their loved ones. A strong, healthy, and supportive family system plays a crucial role in recovery. That’s why we h…

At Empowered Recovery Center, we believe that addiction recovery is not just an individual journey—it’s a family journey. When a loved one struggles with substance use, the entire family is impacted. That’s why family support and involve…

Bars, nightclubs, parties, raves, and festivals often have high levels of recreational drug use, with many people turning to substances for a heightened experience. Among these are “club drugs” or “party drugs,” w…

The Atlanta opioid epidemic is wreaking havoc across the city, just as it is in communities across the country. The ripple effects of opioid addiction can be far-reaching, touching the lives of family and friends as well as the person wh…