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Addiction Recovery: When Will I Feel Normal Again?

One of the major challenges in early drug or alcohol addiction recovery is how scary it is wondering if you’ll ever feel good or normal again. One of the best ways to cope with this …

Benzo Withdrawal Timeline & Symptoms: What to Expect (and What Might Surprise You)

In This Article What Is Benzo Withdrawal? Benzo Withdrawal Timeline Unexpected Benzo Withdrawal Symptoms How Long Does Benzo Withdrawal Last? Dangers of Quitting Cold Turkey How to Get Off Benzos Safely Treatment Options Protracted Withdrawal …

Is Boredom A Leading Cause of Addiction?

Boredom may seem harmless, if unenjoyable, but for many people, the experience of boredom makes them vulnerable to substance use, and can ultimately be a cause of addiction. A recent survey from Columbia University’s National …

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Dating an Addict: Do They Actually Care About You?

Dating someone who struggles with addiction can be exciting, difficult, and exhausting. How can you tell if someone truly cares about you when their life is ruled by drugs or alcohol? You might wonder where …

How to Get a Job After Addiction Recovery: 6 Tips to Help You Succeed

Stability, independence, and a sense of self-sufficiency. Achieving these three things is a major part of addiction recovery. And these are much easier to achieve with a decent job and a steady income, neither of …

Sobriety Milestones: Creative and Meaningful Ways to Reward Your Recovery Journey

In This Article Why Celebrating Sobriety Milestones Matters Common Sobriety Milestones to Celebrate How to Celebrate Sobriety Milestones What to Say to Someone Celebrating Sobriety Rewards of Sobriety to Look Forward To Beginning your Recovery …

5 Ideas for a Sober St. Patrick’s Day

Although some people view St. Patrick’s Day as a way to celebrate their Irish-American pride, many Americans regard it as an excuse to drink as much as they can. Twenty-five percent of adults in this …

Is the Rat Race Lifestyle to Blame for Substance Abuse?

Many Americans today live a rushed, overburdened lifestyle, thanks to long hours, no vacations, and bosses who can reach them at home. Even your personal time can become high pressure due to the desire to …

3 Ways Craft Beer Culture Encourages Alcohol Abuse

Craft beer from small, independent breweries has been steadily growing in popularity in recent years, creating an elite culture of beer drinking that is a pastime unto itself. In 2016, these kinds of breweries made …

Does Our Society Promote Problematic Alcohol Consumption?

Alcohol is the most socially promoted drug of choice in America — yet, excessive alcohol consumption costs the country roughly 95,000 deaths per year and more than $249 billion in lost wages, hospitalization, incarceration, and …

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Help Your Partner Through Opiate Withdrawal Immediately

Opiate withdrawal is an unpleasant but necessary experience for anyone who wants to reclaim their life from the controlling grip of addiction. When you love someone who is going through opiate withdrawal, it helps to …

Why AA Doesn’t Work for Everyone + 11 Alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous

In This Article What Is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)? Six Reasons the 12 Steps of AA May Not Be Right for You Is AA a Cult? Debunking the Myths Effective Alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous Long-Term Care …