Recovery from addiction to alcohol and/or prescription or street drugs is a long process. It can be overwhelming to think about. Many addicts cringe just thinking about the initial withdrawal process and never follow through to get started on the road to recovery. For the ones who do—and perhaps you or one of your loved …
What do you do when you’re bored? Most people reach for a book or the remote control or rustle through the cupboards to find a snack, but many people turn to drug and alcohol use to bide the time. When life seems dull and monotonous, drug addicts and alcoholics often start thinking about getting high …
Making the choice to avoid situations likely to lead you into trouble with alcohol or drug abuse is an excellent one. But it is also easier said than done. What can you really do to keep away from people and places that are filled with temptations and opportunity to fall back into your old ways? …
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Alcoholism is one of the largest problems in the United States, but it is one that sometimes gets ignored or minimized. People sometimes don’t realize the danger of alcohol because of its legality and easy access. People may think it’s harmless and that drinking will pose no risk for them. However, millions of people die …
Now that the season is changing, you may be wondering how you can have sober holidays this year. This time of year is particularly challenging for those who are trying to stay sober. Parties abound, people are celebrating with loved ones, and there may be an atmosphere that reminds you of the “old days.” In …
Alcohol use disorder is a startling problem in the United States. In fact, more people die from alcohol-related issues than even opioid overdoses. Alcoholism is a problem that some people don’t want to tackle because they worry about what to expect. Consequently, people may wonder if they will get alcohol withdrawal shakes or tremors when …
It is often said that any one of us is just a surgery away from an opioid addiction. That is what happened to Kevin, who after eight years in recovery relapsed into painkiller addiction following two unexpected abdominal surgeries. Kevin’s first surgery was an emergency surgery. He got through it and followed the diet and …
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Being kind to ourselves doesn’t come naturally to some of us. It can be an unfamiliar practice for those who have grown accustomed to mistreatment as a result of trauma early in life. And while self-compassion is essential for a life of sobriety, people with addiction more often feel deserving of punishment. What is self-compassion? …
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By Christian Castaneda, LCSW, Program Director, Promises It’s human nature to feel a connection to holidays. People relate to familiar anniversaries and hold certain dates as significant or sacred. That’s why so many people plan to make healthy changes at the start of a new year. While some holidays are designated for specific people and …
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When you are actively addicted to drugs or alcohol, part of your problem is that relying on substances became a habit. A habit is a behavior that is done regularly, usually without thinking much about it. Most habits are pretty hard to break. By abusing alcohol or drugs, you have been in the habit of …