The idea of a sober life makes people react in different ways. To some, it may seem like a reprieve, finally, from a drug and alcohol-infused lifestyle that brings fear, guilt, and shame. To others, it can seem like an oppressive jail sentence. So what does living a sober life mean?

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.