5 Tips for Dating Again After Rehab
Most addiction experts agree that it is not a good idea to start relationships in very early recovery. Rehab is a time for self-care and reflection and dating during this time could be risky for your progress. Once you have completed a treatment program, are back on your feet, and feel more stable you might […]
How To Handle Late Onset Alcoholism
A disturbing trend growing among adults age 60 and older is arousing concern. Alcohol and prescription drug abuse rates are soaring among adults in this age range, and the causes may have a lot to do with the way our bodies handle drugs and alcohol as we get older. There is also concern that many […]
Talking to Your Children About Your Past and Recovery
Every parent cares very deeply about their children having the best life possible. You want you child to live a long, healthy, and happy life, and a very important part of that is protecting and warning him or her away from things that are harmful. If you’ve ever had a history of addiction, you may […]
How to Celebrate Sobriety
For most addicts, celebrating usually has a strong association with their alcohol or drug use. As much as negative emotions or times of stress can lead to substance abuse, positive feelings can also fuel addictive behavior. In times of celebration, people tend to reach for a drink or other substance that will enhance their happy […]
Treating Anxiety by Cutting Back on Caffeine
Anxiety can sometimes be a very destabilizing and uncomfortable mental place to be in. If you regularly experience seemingly unstoppable and uncontrollable fear and nervousness, it can make it hard to feel like an active and engaged part of the world around you. Although it feel like there’s nothing you can do to make the […]
Knowing When To End A Relationship With An Addict
Anyone who’s ever loved or lived with an addict knows how tough it can be. The addiction may be destroying your relationship, your family, and your well being. It’s hard to know when to let go, or even just acknowledging the fact that the relationship has become unhealthy and destructive. You may feel responsible for […]
Staying Sober in College
For many people’s lives, college can be an important time. It provides opportunities for new found levels of independence, exposure to new ideas and people, and the chance to reflect on what kind of a person you want to become. However, it can also be a time when many people take advantage of this freedom […]
5 Ways to Overcome the Stigma of Addiction
Drug use is on the rise in the U.S. as more people become involved in addictive behaviors and substances that consume their lives. Most recent data shows that there are more than 20 million Americans that are addicted to alcohol and drugs. In spite of the prevalence of addiction in our country, there is still […]
Dealing with the Side Effects of Antidepressants
When used by people who need them, antidepressant drugs can be a very important part of treatment for a variety of mental health issues. They have helped countless people feel better about themselves and their environments and contributed a great deal to holistic, therapeutic treatments that have helped many people thrive. However, for some users, […]
5 Ways to Know if Your Drug or Alcohol Use is Becoming Addictive
Addiction is defined as a recurring, long-term pull to use a substance, to the point the brain can think about nothing else, even in spite of negative consequences. It is a very specific brain disorder, and does not necessarily affect everyone who uses a particular substance. Some casual users may be able to use a […]