Spirit Lodge is committed to providing the resources and information necessary to understand the processes of addiction and healing.

The pages in this section have been developed to provide numerous avenues for exploring the diseases of drug addiction and alcoholism so that you are better prepared to make informed decisions about seeking treatment for yourself or a loved one. A good place to start is with our automated Self-Assessment which has was created to help identify potential substance abuse problems in confidential setting.

Related Links

We have included these links to websites of other organizations because we think they may be helpful or of interest to you. »

Drug Facts & Effects

There are tons of drugs out there. Learn what they are, how they affect your brain and the long-term consequences associated with their use. »

Self-Assessment

The following two automated self assessments for alcohol and drug use have been developed to assist you in understanding if you might have a problem.  »

Affirmations

Please take a moment to read our  daily affirmation. Our affirmations are updated daily to offer encouragement to those doing the hard work of recovery. »

Cost of Treatment

Data concerning addiction treatment and how it is relates to the cost benefit of addiction treatment is limited.  Even so, the research suggests that there is a major financial benefit to addiction recovery treatment. »

Nutrition and Addiction

We have identified some of the most important vitamins, minerals and nutrients for establishing and maintaining proper physical and mental health during addiction recovery. »