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What Is the Substance Use Spectrum?
There is a difference between a substance use disorder (SUD) – long-term or excessive use of substances leading to mind and body dependency – and casual or infrequent alcohol or drug use. When people…
What should people know before going into rehab or treatment?
People who decide to go into addiction recovery center treatment often do so during or soon after a moment of crisis, so they don't have a lot of time to spare for finding the best facility. In light…
Giving Yourself Credit for Survival
According to The National Center for PTSD through the US Department of Veterans Affairs:
How to Cope With Substance Cravings: Make a List of Activities
Self-monitoring is an essential tool in your recovery toolbox. Patterns of behavior and emotions can focus when you keep track of your day. In addition, with time and practice, you can learn how to se…
The Role of Structure in Recovery
A lack of structure can create a lack of trustability. This is especially true if you are struggling with abuse of alcohol and/or other substances. You may turn to comforts instead of focusing on how…
What Role Does Self-Esteem Play in Recovery?
Self-confidence is the bedrock you build your life on. If you do not think this is true, it is time to rethink how you value yourself. Take a moment and explore how a positive or negative view of your…
Changing Goalposts: Moving Into Recovery So You Can Move Into Full-Impact Living
Changing goalposts means examining your values and identifying your priorities, as well as asking the question: "Am I living according to my values and priorities?" What does your answer mean about yo…
What Role Does Religion Play in Recovery?
Social media, TV shows, and movies provide "What would you do?" moments in their plots or stories. So, why not ask yourself if you knew a way to help maintain your substance addition recovery, would y…
Suicidality in Addiction: Overcoming Fear and Shame
You are not alone. When you are hurting and feeling as though it is difficult to keep going, reminding yourself of your value to the world and those closest to you can help you overcome dangerous urge…
5 Ways to Talk with Your Adult Child About Their Drug Abuse Before It's Too Late
Drugs have always been destructive and potentially deadly, but the introduction of fentanyl in the last few years has exponentially increased a person's chances of overdose and death. Dealers use illi…
How to Find Hope in Recovery
Finding hope in life isn't always easy. People who feel like they lost control over their lives or faced a difficult situation may lose all hope. During troublesome times, many people give up and stop…
Having a Bad Day Is Normal: Perfectionism Can Be Toxic
Society pushes an idea of perfection and a need to have it all "together." The reality of our daily lives is a constant yearning to be perfect and completely "together." We want control over our lives…
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