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In the wake of relapse, it can be tempting to question whether you’ll ever overcome an addiction to drugs and alcohol. Don’t despair! There are lessons to be had. Discover
It’s commonly a contributor to addiction and an enemy to recovery. Discover what it is and how to beat it: The National Institute on Drug Abuse notes in its official
If you’re in early recovery looking for a job, don’t let the prospect of an employer drug screening psych you out. Get everything you need to know in order to
When you’re stressed out at work, you’re more prone to relapse. That’s why effective stress management is critical to recovery. Develop some new coping tools for on-the job stress here:
Every four to five weeks, the turtles at Loggerhead Marinelife Center (here in Juno Beach) get a visit from some unlikely companions in recovery. Their visitors, like the turtles, have
If you believe the recent flurry of headlines, “excellence in addiction treatment” can start to sound like an exotic animal on the endangered species list here in South Florida: if
Addiction is commonly compared to slavery. Look at the portrait of a human-trafficking victim and you see many parallels to the life of an addict: Constantly anxious or depressed In
After having the stereotypical toxic, codependent, drug using relationship, how could one expect me to ever feel repaired enough to allow myself to fall in love again? I was always
People with substance use disorders are six times more likely than nonusers to commit suicide—and one in three suicides involve someone who was “high.” With or without addiction connections, the
I did not have the slightest clue about what the term, “being sober,” meant when I made the phone call to my two best friends asking them for help. I
Fear can capsize just about anyone’s recovery. In this sense, what Franklin D. Roosevelt once famously said about fear also holds true for anyone in the grip of addiction: “the
Despite increased public sympathy for the problems facing addicts and their loved ones, misconceptions about drug abuse still abound. Here’s the truth about seven popular beliefs. Misconception #1: Alcohol is
Every July 4, Americans celebrate their national freedom and independence. Recovery is about celebrating freedom and independence, too—only in this case, it’s freedom from drugs and alcohol, and the celebration
Many substance-addiction problems begin in high school: the majority of teenagers either use chemical substances at least occasionally, or know someone who does. In fact, many parents breathe a sigh
More and more Americans aren’t just taking their lunch to work … the three most popular drugs of choice among U.S. workers may surprise you. Learn what they are here,
Family support can be critical to successful recovery outcomes—but how do you find the encouragement you need when your family isn’t supportive or when you don’t have any family at
There’s no exact science to finding work-life balance when you’re in recovery—but that doesn’t mean a less stressed, more focused and self-disciplined version of you isn’t within reach. Get some
Guilt can be a common obstacle in recovery, but feeling badly over what you have done or failed to do in the past doesn’t have to lead to relapse or
It’s a dilemma that many parents dread: When you’re in need of addiction treatment, how do you break the news to your kids? Discover some helpful and reassuring strategies for
Choosing where to go for addiction treatment often involves considerations about health insurance coverage. Do you know how to get the answers you’ll need? Learn what to ask your health
There are good reasons why alcohol in powdered form is currently banned. Learn what the powdered alcohol dangers are, especially for teens and under-aged users: Though the concept of “powdered
When can I expect to recover? For those considering treatment for a drug or alcohol problem, the answer may be “sooner than you think.” Discover why based on the latest
It took a little longer for me than most people with the disease of addiction to progress and eventually destruct most areas of my life. For a few years after
“No one understands how hard it is for me!” How many times have you said that—before addiction, during addiction, and after detox? Often, it’s too close to the truth. The
“High-functioning alcoholism” is a bit of an oxymoron. Discover why, including tips for spotting it in a friend or loved one. Problem drinking or functional alcoholism and binge drinking is
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