We don’t often appreciate the role of sleep in our physical and mental health. A few sleepless nights aren’t typically a cause for much concern, but for those of us struggling with alcohol use disorder, insufficient sleep can contribute to patterns of substance reuse. Proper sleep hygiene is an essential component of good overall health. […]
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If I had to guess, I’d say that every adult in the world is aware of the existence of drug and alcohol addiction. Some people probably consider it an inevitable social ill. Surely many believe the problems can be eradicated with enough hard work and dedication. I wonder, however, how many people have sat down […]
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When you are dealing with addiction, it is common to feel isolated and alone. However, you don’t have to fight against substance abuse by yourself; there are a lot of people who are willing to help you. Finding a sponsor can be a good way to enhance your recovery. When thinking about beginning a relationship […]
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When it comes to addiction, one of the scariest ideas a person can face is the prospect of getting sober. I am not saying that people struggling with addiction do not want to get sober or realize that it will benefit them, because most people do understand this, at least on some level. However, the […]
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Whether you are ready for it or not, the holiday season is upon us. For most people, this signals a time of joy and a chance to get together with family. However, for others, the holidays represent a lot of stress navigating less than ideal financial or family situations. Either way, there is one thing […]
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It’s difficult to find any official consensus on this question. Some groups point at one drugs or another as a gateway drug—one that led people on to the use of other, more addictive, more deadly drugs. Other groups deny that the gateway phenomenon exists. The problem seems to lie in the idea of causation. Does the use […]
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Despite what social media likes to try and tell us, alcohol is not a requirement for parenthood. A drink at the end of a long day isn’t necessary to unwind, and dealing with the trials of raising children doesn’t have to be numbed by a toxic substance. The idea that alcohol is a requirement to “survive” being […]
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Many adults’ social lives revolve around alcohol, from attending significant events like weddings and birthday parties to participating in sporting and networking events. After attending multiple alcohol-filled parties and celebrations, some people end up feeling like they need to take a break from drinking. Following so many hangovers, you might begin to question the need […]
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How Do Addiction and Codependency Go Together? At first glance, codependency doesn’t necessarily look like a bad thing. You may naturally want to help the people in your life that you care about, and this is especially true when someone you love is struggling with their mental health. While a caring nature is a good […]
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The steps one must take to respond to an overdose are not complicated or confusing, and they should be known by all, memorized even. What does a bystander do if they spot someone overdosing on drugs? Beyond calling 911, what can a friend, family member, loved one, or eye witness to an overdose do to […]
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