The holidays are coming up. That means festive parties and fancy drinks. Most of us drink merrily, forgetting that alcohol is actually a drug. But hey, it tastes good and makes us feel nice, right? Most people wouldn’t consider drinking at parties to be alcohol addiction, but it’s more similar than you might think it […]
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The headlines are plastered with news of the opioid epidemic that seems to be taking the nation by storm. Between 1997 and 2012 there was a 200 percent spike in opioid overdose hospitalizations. The drug addiction problem in our country is unmatched, influenced heavily by prescription drug abuse. But what if I told you that […]
As a sober alcoholic, you sometimes long for the fun days you had when you first started drinking. Maybe you see all your friends drinking cold beers at a tailgate party and you feel left out. You can imagine the taste of beer on your tongue as you watch them laugh over a round of […]
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The effects of alcohol on a person vary from person to person. One person might be able to handle a lot of alcohol at once, but that same amount of alcohol could be overboard for someone else. In either case, regular binge drinking can lead to alcohol addiction and serious health problems. Heavy Drinking Damages […]
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Routine is often frowned upon. Knowing what you’re doing day in and day out doesn’t necessarily fall under the “adventurous” category. However, for those battling drug addiction each day, routine can be the saving grace that leads them to a life of sobriety. Why Routine? Being sober for the first time can feel overwhelming. The […]
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At one point you were probably the table dancing life of the party. When your addiction derailed you, things began to change. If you’re over 21, you’ve been through addiction treatment and you still hope to lead a normal life, you’ll probably be faced with temptation every now and again. Being able to survive a […]
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Throughout your drug addiction treatment program as you battle substance abuse, you will likely encounter a variety of difficult, and possibly discouraging, experiences. These situations, though at times difficult to navigate and overcome, are a natural part of the drug addiction treatment process. As you work with a therapist to battle these moments of discouragement, […]
You’ve spent your life trying to define yourself as your own person. Instead of hopping on to the latest trends you tried to establish your own path. However, the saying, “You are the company you keep,” remains to be true. The people you surround yourself with will influence who you become. For people in drug […]
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After the tempestuous journey of rehabilitation, you may be wary to shake up any area of your life. You just got things in order, and you want to keep it that way. But you can’t let the fear of falling back into bad habits hold you back from experiencing life. You’ve been successful in your […]
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Drinking for any reason results in impairment and affect decision-making skills. Although it can be done responsibly, far too many people fall into the patterns of regular drinking and dependence that lead to addiction. For a disease that affects people around the world, alcoholism is a loaded word with a lot of negative connotations. […]
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Shocking CDC Statistics About Alcohol Use
The holidays are coming up. That means festive parties and fancy drinks. Most of us drink merrily, forgetting that alcohol is actually a drug. But hey, it tastes good and makes us feel nice, right? Most people wouldn’t consider drinking at parties to be alcohol addiction, but it’s more similar than you might think it […]
The Silent, Rising Benzodiazepine Epidemic
The headlines are plastered with news of the opioid epidemic that seems to be taking the nation by storm. Between 1997 and 2012 there was a 200 percent spike in opioid overdose hospitalizations. The drug addiction problem in our country is unmatched, influenced heavily by prescription drug abuse. But what if I told you that […]
Non-Alcoholic Beer: Safe Alternative or Dangerous Trigger?
As a sober alcoholic, you sometimes long for the fun days you had when you first started drinking. Maybe you see all your friends drinking cold beers at a tailgate party and you feel left out. You can imagine the taste of beer on your tongue as you watch them laugh over a round of […]
Serious Health Risks of Frequent Binge Drinking
The effects of alcohol on a person vary from person to person. One person might be able to handle a lot of alcohol at once, but that same amount of alcohol could be overboard for someone else. In either case, regular binge drinking can lead to alcohol addiction and serious health problems. Heavy Drinking Damages […]
Sobriety and Routines — the Unlikely Matchup
Routine is often frowned upon. Knowing what you’re doing day in and day out doesn’t necessarily fall under the “adventurous” category. However, for those battling drug addiction each day, routine can be the saving grace that leads them to a life of sobriety. Why Routine? Being sober for the first time can feel overwhelming. The […]
You Can Be the Life of the Party When You’re Sober
At one point you were probably the table dancing life of the party. When your addiction derailed you, things began to change. If you’re over 21, you’ve been through addiction treatment and you still hope to lead a normal life, you’ll probably be faced with temptation every now and again. Being able to survive a […]
The Therapeutic Benefits of Adult Coloring Books
Throughout your drug addiction treatment program as you battle substance abuse, you will likely encounter a variety of difficult, and possibly discouraging, experiences. These situations, though at times difficult to navigate and overcome, are a natural part of the drug addiction treatment process. As you work with a therapist to battle these moments of discouragement, […]
Eliminating Bad Influences From Your Life After Addiction
You’ve spent your life trying to define yourself as your own person. Instead of hopping on to the latest trends you tried to establish your own path. However, the saying, “You are the company you keep,” remains to be true. The people you surround yourself with will influence who you become. For people in drug […]
Recovery, Rehab and Dating
After the tempestuous journey of rehabilitation, you may be wary to shake up any area of your life. You just got things in order, and you want to keep it that way. But you can’t let the fear of falling back into bad habits hold you back from experiencing life. You’ve been successful in your […]
The Five Types of Alcoholics
Drinking for any reason results in impairment and affect decision-making skills. Although it can be done responsibly, far too many people fall into the patterns of regular drinking and dependence that lead to addiction. For a disease that affects people around the world, alcoholism is a loaded word with a lot of negative connotations. […]