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Why Quitting Cold Turkey is so Dangerous
Feb 15, 2017 · 2 min

Why Quitting Cold Turkey is so Dangerous

Quitting an illicit substance is one of the most challenging battles that a person can face, especially when it comes to opiates, such as heroin. The addictive properties of most opioids are remarkabl…

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Getting a Loved One into Recovery
Feb 1, 2017 · 2 min

Getting a Loved One into Recovery

There are few things that are more difficult than watching a loved one become entangled in the throes of addiction. The destructive cycle that substance abuse perpetuates can ruin a person's life, and…

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Tips for Traveling after Recovery
Dec 15, 2016 · 2 min

Tips for Traveling after Recovery

The world can look a whole lot bigger and brighter when you get sober. When this happens, it is a natural inclination to want to see the wide world, now that you have a renewed appreciation for it. Ho…

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How to Recognize a Functional Alcoholic
Dec 1, 2016 · 2 min

How to Recognize a Functional Alcoholic

When it comes to substance abuse, alcoholism is one of the most prevalent forms of it in existence. Today, nearly 1 out of every 10 adults in the United States suffers from alcohol dependence, accordi…

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Understand the Risks of an Overdose
Nov 15, 2016 · 2 min

Understand the Risks of an Overdose

Today we're continuing our talk about overdoses. Although it's a scary subject, it's an important thing for anyone who struggles with addiction to know about. It's also important for their loved ones…

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Recognizing the Signs of an Overdose
Nov 1, 2016 · 2 min

Recognizing the Signs of an Overdose

Drugs and other illicit substances can have a lot of scary effects, especially when someone is addicted. However, perhaps the most scary thing that can happen is an overdose.

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Cold Turkey and Tobacco Addiction Part 2
Oct 15, 2016 · 2 min

Cold Turkey and Tobacco Addiction Part 2

PART 2

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Suffering from Pornography Addiction? There is Help
Oct 15, 2016 · 9 min

Suffering from Pornography Addiction? There is Help

When people think about overcoming addiction, most associate the process with substance abuse and trying to overcome drug or alcohol addiction. While these can be serious issues, they are certainly no…

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Cold Turkey and Tobacco Addiction Part 1
Oct 1, 2016 · 2 min

Cold Turkey and Tobacco Addiction Part 1

PART 1

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Rebuild Trust
Sep 15, 2016 · 2 min

Rebuild Trust

Unfortunately, after the lies and betrayal of addiction, it is very difficult for someone to trust you again. However, it is possible. It will take a lot of work and a lot of dedication, but after som…

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Finances after Addiction
Sep 1, 2016 · 2 min

Finances after Addiction

Addiction recovery allows you to rebuild your life, and part of that rebuild, is rebuilding your finances. You will need to learn to manage your finances as you may be deep in the hole after years of…

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Parenting and Addiction: Beating the Blame Game
Aug 14, 2016 · 2 min

Parenting and Addiction: Beating the Blame Game

Recently, a prominent billboard lining Utah highways was taken down in response to a petition. This billboard stated "Addiction can be prevented; Parenting is prevention."

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