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What Do I Do After Dry January?
Monday, February 10, 2020
What Is Dry January The effects of alcohol on society and individuals are ever-increasing. In the United Kingdom, there have been 12.7 alcohol-related deaths per 100,000 residents since 2018.[1] In an effort to tackle the impact of alcoholism on individuals, their familie.
Progress Not Perfection in Addiction Recovery
Monday, February 3, 2020
Believe it or not, the most important step in addiction recovery is the very first one - choosing to get better. From this point on, it's about taking one step at the time, at one's pace. As long as you stay on the right path, moving in the right direction, a few stumbles here.
Signs of Heroin Use: How To Help an Addict
Saturday, January 25, 2020
The reality for many faced with crippling heroin addictions, despite the known dangers and perils that await, the thrill and mystique of such a drug can prove hard to resist. This guide will give you some perspective on what heroin addiction is and how it happens. The diffe.
Early Recovery: Pink Cloud Syndrome
Saturday, January 18, 2020
After a person overcomes a drug problem, they are usually happy and seem very confident in their ability to stay away from the drug forever. How positive is this optimism? Some argue that it sets a recovering addict up for failure. If one is confident to the point of thinking .
A Guide to Addiction and Self-Harm
Friday, January 10, 2020
When it becomes difficult to express or communicate our experiences and traumas in a way that seems meaningful, our inner angst can often lead us to a place where the only available outlet is self-harm or mutilation. While many things can drive us to resort to hurting ourselve.
What is a Dry Drunk?
Thursday, January 2, 2020
When attempting to overcome addiction, there are many different phases of the recovery process. Even if you manage to overcome the physical addiction to alcohol, you can still be what is called a "Dry Drunk". What is a Dry Drunk? After overcoming any withdrawal symptoms associa.
What is Addiction?
Monday, December 23, 2019
Alcohol, gambling, drugs; these substances and activities are commonly used by people seeking to relax and have fun, but when they become an escape or coping mechanism trouble often follows. Over time, these activities and substances can make you feel that you need them in ord.
Living with an Alcoholic
Monday, December 16, 2019
When you love someone, it is only natural to see the best in them and to want to make them happy. Of course, there are times when that feels impossible; living with someone who has an alcohol use disorder (AUD) or an alcohol dependency is undeniably difficult. Table of Cont.
Urge Surfing – What is it?
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Have you ever had a bad night out with your friends? You got rejected at the bar all night and end up lying in bed alone. You instinctively reach for your phone and start sending those “risky DMs” to everyone you are mildly attracted to in the hopes of getting some fulfill.
Acceptance in Addiction Recovery
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Overcoming addiction is a process that doesn't simply happen overnight, and it can be easy to become imbued with negative thoughts that leave you questioning your level of commitment or ability to succeed. Guilt, shame, anger, and frustration can all present obstacles to achie.