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Rates of excessive drinking in the United States are at an all-time high, according to a recent report by Newsweek. And what many drinkers—both young…
Addiction and genetics have a complicated relationship. Just because your parent battled addiction, that doesn’t mean you’re destined to. But, at the same time,…
One thing you don’t want during recovery is to feel bored too much. Many people find they suddenly have a lot of extra time that…
No one likes to admit she’s made a mistake or that she doesn’t know what to do. Even when things are clearly going badly, many…
Gambling addiction is no joke. It ruins lives as surely as addiction to cocaine or heroin. In fact, you can get into an even bigger…
Schizophrenia and addiction is a common dual diagnosis. Studies have found that about half of people with schizophrenia also have substance use issues. That figure…
The road to recovery is a journey of self-discovery, and sometimes, the most powerful support comes from sharing that journey with others. At The Raleigh…
Whether you’re recovering from addiction or mental illness, empathy is a valuable skill to cultivate. It can improve the quality of your recovery and make…
With marijuana becoming legal in several states, including Colorado, there have been new echoes of the old argument that marijuana is a gateway drug, meaning…
Rationalization is a defense mechanism people often use when they see their drinking or drug use has become a problem but they don’t want to…
So you’ve gone to rehab and conquered your addiction. You head home with your whole heart and head focused on one thing: you WILL…
Like any good consumer, your first inclination is to check out online reviews before you choose a treatment program. Unfortunately, the reviews that rave…
The pink cloud is the euphoric feeling some people experience early in recovery. If addiction has been making you miserable for a while, those early…
Comedians Chris Farley and John Belushi died from them, as did musician Chris Kelly and actor Philip Seymour Hoffman. A speedball is regarded as one…
Methamphetamine (meth) and cocaine are both powerful stimulants that affect the central nervous system, but that’s where the similarities end. The main differences between meth…
When methamphetamine (meth) and alcohol and used together, the effects can cause adverse effects, from serious health problems to overdose. The combination of alcohol and…
There are so many ways to watch movies and TV shows that didn’t exist even 10 years ago. If you really wanted to and if…
Starting recovery is difficult. You have to go through detox, which can be painful, then you have have to gradually learn to live without the…
Depression is a frequently misunderstood condition and people with depression are often not fun to be around. People typically want to be there for a…
Some people safely take prescription painkillers as prescribed by their doctor to manage chronic pain. Others start using painkillers for physical pain and end up…
The liver is the organ hardest hit by excessive drinking. When you drink, your liver metabolizes alcohol into acetaldehyde, which is highly toxic to cells…
Your liver takes the brunt of excessive drinking. Fatty liver disease can develop in a relatively short time of regular heavy drinking. Cirrhosis can develop…
In most recovery communities, smoking gets a pass. Surveys have found that AA members smoke at a much higher rate and more heavily than the…
One strange feature of addiction is that someone can hate the addiction and derive little pleasure from using, but continue to use even as her…
People in recovery don’t often spontaneously relapse. You don’t usually trip and fall into a pint. Relapse is typically a gradual process. By the time…
There are many approaches to addiction treatment. There is therapy, addiction medicine, 12-step programs, inpatient programs, and outpatient programs. Treatment programs typically include therapy, medication,…
Life gets better when you get sober, but it doesn’t get better all at once. If you’ve been battling addiction for a long time, you…
‘Fake it till you make it’ is one of those aphorisms you often hear in 12-step programs. It essentially means to do the work even…
Feelings of anxiety, stress and depression can take over your life quickly. It’s easy—and common—to numb those feelings by self-medicating with drugs or alcohol….
Your loved one is finally in rehab—and it’s likely the only thing that’s mattered to you for a long time. This is definitely a…
Is coffee good for you? The truth is it doesn’t seem as if science has definitively answered this question. It’s been shown to lessen…
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 9 out of 10 Americans consume some form of caffeine every day, Caffeine use certainly isn’t limited…
Nine out of 10 Americans consume some form of caffeine every day, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Caffeine use certainly isn’t limited…
Being mindful is more than just a moment; it’s a way of life. It means being present and taking in and accepting what’s right in…
We all know how important healthy eating is—and that’s especially true when you’re in recovery. But, sometimes, that’s easier said than done. There are only…
We all have stress in our lives—and work stress tends to be some of the worst. For one thing, it’s where we spend a huge…
“I’ll have a drink to take the edge off.” You hear people say that all the time, because it’s true, right? With that first sip…
Hiking is a wonderful idea for anyone looking to improve their health—or their mood. That’s because hiking gives you the mood-boosting benefits of both…
Sometimes you just need a fresh start—and that’s especially true when it comes to rehab. You don’t want to be 10 minutes away from…
No matter what anyone tells you, you’re probably going to be nervous when returning to work—or starting a new job—after rehab. That’s because you’re…
Anyone who’s started over after rehab knows that there is an awful lot to get done. You’ve got to avoid people who are bad…
Your body cannot become physically dependent on cocaine after just one use. Cocaine works by blocking the removal of dopamine from your brain, resulting in…
The addiction industry is estimated to generate $35 billion a year. With the opioid epidemic facing our country, that figure shows no sign of…
You wouldn’t treat a severe cut with a bandage. It’s the same way with addiction. But many people have the mistaken belief that all it…
In some cases, it might be hard to decide whether inpatient or outpatient treatment is the best option. But there are some circumstances in…
For some people, addiction truly is like falling off a cliff. It happens so swiftly and so severely that it becomes very obvious that help…
Addiction is defined as a loss of control over one’s drinking or drug use. But within that definition, circumstances can be vastly different. Imagine a…
Addiction is a complex disease. One person might decide it’s time to change after just a few weeks of painkiller abuse. Another might have been…
Disappointment is part of life. No one escapes it. Everyone must deal with it. But what happens if, for years, you used drugs or…
Whether it’s related to your job performance or not, losing your job can be a real punch in the gut. The emotions that follow…
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