The road to recovery from a substance abuse addiction is often a difficult one. Having loved ones participate in the recovery process is important, but a history of distrust and conflict can make the road more challenging. Bringing a pet into the dynamic can be an effective form of therapy, lessening stress, easing depression, and […]
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Recovery is a process that requires a lot of emotional work. There are many hidden feelings that can keep a person struggling with addiction, but with help, there is a silver lining. Resentment is one of the most toxic negative emotions a person can hold onto. Lingering feelings and unhealed pain block you from reaching […]
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In recent years, a movement has grown in both the U.S. and Canada to recognize the alleged “benefits” of hallucinogenic drugs. The language surrounding this movement is dangerous because it serves to normalize drugs that have known harms and long-term risk factors. Each hallucinogenic drug, including the plant-based ones, have dangerous side effects, even long-term, […]
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Your Guide to Understanding Self-Medicating and Addiction Did you know that roughly half of all people with mental health disorders end up dealing with substance abuse? Health problems and addiction are very closely related. People who have either physical or mental health issues may end up turning to drugs and alcohol as a way of coping. This process is […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has been a harrowing experience for our nation and the world, disrupting every aspect of life from work to school to travel to family gatherings. Since March 2020, we’ve had to absorb many cancellations and disappointments — children unable to attend birthday parties, teens missing out on prom or graduation, adults unable […]
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Sexual Assault and Its Relationship to Alcoholism Although cases of sexual assault have reduced in the past 20 years, it is still a significant challenge in the United States. For every six women, one of them has been sexually abused. On the other hand, for every 33 men, one has been abused sexually. Approximately 63,000 […]
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When you are newly sober, there are plenty of resolutions you could make for the new year. The only challenge you really need to embrace is staying sober. Whatever your goals for yourself, stay focused on achieving and maintaining your sobriety by determining the best way to actually keep those sober-related resolutions. Take the SMART Route Follow […]
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What is Peer Pressure? Peer pressure is something that affects everyone in every age group. It involves the influence that a group of people has on those within the group in a wide range of social situations. This influence can be used to convince others to dress or act a certain way. Peer pressure comes […]
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Linking Trauma to Addiction and Discovering New Treatment Options People have many misconceptions about what causes addiction. They assume that those who use drugs must be deficient in character. They think these people suffer from a lack of morals, willpower, or motivation to change. These same critics would never judge someone suffering from cancer or […]
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Nobody can bring you peace but yourself. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Freedom is something that we hold dear. Inner freedom and peace of mind are valuable and should be cherished just as much. Those who can let go of the negative thoughts and focus on what is going well in their life will have more peace of […]
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