Addiction is a destructive disease. It creates misunderstanding, resentment, and pain for the people closest to the person using alcohol or drugs. Family members usually have a front-row seat to watch their loved ones suffer in the grips of addiction. The effects of alcohol and drug abuse not only fall on the person using substances …
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One of the biggest threats to recovery is the fear of losing employment. The risk of losing your source of income, on top of the anxieties surrounding getting sober, is enough to keep many trapped in the cycle of addiction. As more people understand the realities of substance abuse, though, more employers are open to …
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The move toward a “whole-patient” approach to substance use disorder treatment> involves a variety of modalities. This typically includes a combination of counseling, behavioral therapy, and a medication-assisted treatment program. Each part of a person’s treatment plan plays an important role in their overall care, and medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder is a vital …
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Quitting drinking or using drugs is no easy feat. The first few days and weeks of recovery are some of the most difficult between withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and the nagging voice in the back of your head telling you that you can have “just one more.” Once you make it through the first few months, …
Supportive relationships and social networks are an incredibly important aspect of alcohol recovery that can make a world of difference in your journey towards a healthier and happier life. We’ll dive into how these connections play a crucial role in alcohol recovery, providing the love, encouragement, and understanding you need to overcome challenges and embrace …
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The world of addiction recovery and treatment approaches for people overcoming drug and alcohol addiction has expanded over the past few decades. People continue finding new disciplines to incorporate into their recovery programs and broaden their experiences in recovery. Developing a meditation practice is a great way to take your recovery to the next level. …
Living with alcohol use disorder is not an easy way to live, but quitting drinking is not the easiest thing either. Acute alcohol withdrawal symptoms are a serious and uncomfortable part of early recovery for people who drink heavily. Oftentimes people with late-stage alcohol use disorder struggle to quit because they want to avoid going …
The journey to addiction recovery can feel like climbing Mount Everest, and every single ounce of courage and motivation someone receives can make a huge difference in how they progress. If someone you know has entered rehab, it might be difficult to know what to say and what to avoid. But, people in recovery can …
Forgiveness remains one of the most challenging aspects of recovery. The actions you make while in the throes of addiction can feel like an entirely different person made them, but they still have real consequences on the people around you. Whether you’re having difficulties forgiving yourself for what happened, someone you loved for their actions, …
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How To Celebrate the Holiday Without Drinking Alcohol or Using Drugs The purpose of Memorial Day is to remember and honor the soldiers who sacrificed their lives fighting for our freedom. But in recent years, this holiday has become an excuse to drink in excess for a full weekend. Since Memorial Day Weekend is recognized …
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