So, you’ve woken up and your head is spinning and you start remembering (if your lucky) last night. The feeling where your stomach sinks and you put your head in your pillow doesn’t need to come rushing back, we’ve got 5 steps that could help you avoid that drunken mistake and begin your recovery as…
DetailsBinge drinking occurs when individuals drink multiple drinks in a row for the purpose of getting incredibly drunk. In this way, binge drinking is different from alcoholism, due to the fact that most binge drinkers do not drink every day, but instead usually consume alcohol all at once during specific social outings. Binge drinking is…
DetailsLike with many other types of diseases, relapse is a part of the addiction recovery process for many people. Relapse isn’t usually something that occurs out-of-the-blue, though. It’s almost always preceded by triggers; situations or emotions that crop up in life and make you feel like you need to use. Recognizing these triggers early on,…
DetailsTalking to children about addiction is always difficult, especially when they are very young. However, it is necessary to combat the media’s portrayal of drugs and alcohol with truth, even to small children. Having conversations with your children about drug and alcohol abuse are important to teach them the necessary skills to overcome the pressures…
DetailsHow to Build Coping Mechanisms to Fight Cravings Achieving lasting recovery from addiction is a journey filled with ups and downs. While many individuals in recovery may face a relapse, it’s essential to remember that a setback doesn’t equate to failure. Relapses often stem from intense cravings during withdrawal periods. However, with the right strategies,…
DetailsThere are many longstanding questions about the nature of addiction. As research continues to progress, we continue to answer more and more of these questions. But one particular question burns in people’s minds as they think about whether it can pertain to them or not: Does addiction have a personality type? There is no simple…
DetailsThere are many steps that one must take in the journey to addiction recovery. Due to the personal nature of recovery, it is hard to say, with confidence, which part of the process is hardest for the recovering addict. However, for many people, even taking the first step in the process by actively getting help…
DetailsWe’ve all heard somebody we know brag about being able to consume copious amounts of alcohol without feeling much of the effects. While this may lead to less short-term negative effects, such as the increased risk of injury while drunk or strong hangovers, it isn’t necessarily a good thing for their long term health. Due…
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