How to Get Your Son Help for Addiction
Addiction doesn’t just affect the person using dangerous substances; it also impacts the people around them. In fact, having a son who is addicted to drugs or alcohol can turn your world upside down. Most parents in this situation feel helpless, angry, afraid, and even guilty. If you’re reading this guide, chances are you’ve reached […]
How to Convince Your Son to Go to Rehab
If you have a son who is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, it can feel like the ground is crumbling beneath your feet. As a parent, you want to protect him, guide him, and pull him out of danger—but addiction doesn’t work like that. Substance use disorder (SUD) is a chronic and relapsing medical […]
What to Say to a Son in Rehab
When your son enters rehab, whether it’s for drugs, alcohol, or both, it can feel like your world has been turned upside down. As a parent, you want to encourage him and let him know you’re there—but at the same time, you may also be feeling hurt, confused, or even angry. It’s okay to be […]
What If My Son Won’t Get Help for His Mental Illness?
One of the most painful experiences a parent can go through is to watch their son struggle with drug addiction and mental illness. This gets even more difficult and frustrating when they refuse to seek help. You see the signs, but every time you suggest counseling, rehab, or even just talking to someone, he shuts […]
What Are 3 Ways to Overcome Addiction?
Overcoming addiction is one of the hardest journeys a man can take. It’s not as simple as putting down the substance—even though that alone already takes immense courage and strength. True recovery is all about rebuilding your life, regaining your sense of self, and finding your purpose again. Sacred Journey Recovery understands that recovery begins […]
Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Men in Addiction Recovery
Sacred Journey Recovery uses adventure therapy to empower men to break free from addiction and rediscover a purposeful, fulfilling life. But this experiential approach is just one part of a much deeper healing experience. Here, every hike, climb, and challenge is integrated with evidence-based clinical modalities that have been rigorously studied and proven effective in […]
What Not to Say to an Addict in Recovery
Addiction puts people in a vulnerable state physically, mentally, and emotionally. For someone who is struggling with a substance use disorder (SUD), the words of others can have a powerful impact, whether uplifting or damaging. If there is a man in your life who is going through this deeply personal and challenging journey, you need […]
How Do I Convince Someone to Go to Rehab?
It’s easy to feel helpless when you are watching someone you love struggle with drug or alcohol addiction. If you’re reading this, then you’re probably going through that exact situation. The problem with substance use disorders (SUDs) is that they are characterized by an inability to stop your intake of drugs or alcohol, even if […]
How to Get Your Son into Rehab: A Parent’s Guide
Watching your son spiral into addiction is one of the most gut-wrenching experiences a parent can face. You’ve tried reasoning, pleading, maybe even tough love—but nothing seems to work. You’re scared for his life, and you’re exhausted. The truth is that you are not alone in this struggle. In fact, thousands of families are going […]
How Can I Help My Son with Addiction?
When your son is struggling with addiction, it can feel like the ground has shifted beneath your feet. A lot of parents ask themselves: where did I go wrong? How can I reach him? If you’re wondering whether it’s too late to help him, the answer is no—there are ways to support your son and […]