Controlling The Committee in Your Head
For most of us, our inner voices are far from silent. Instead, they judge, they mock, they berate, and they push us – in ways that can be markedly unpleasant – especially as a recovering alcoholic.
Six Tips for Resisting Relapse in College
College can be incredibly stressful, especially for those of us with other responsibilities, extremely strict courses, and a great deal of responsibilities.
Staying Sober While Traveling
For those in early recovery, there are many recovery milestones or “firsts” to experience. The first time you travel, for business or pleasure, is one that can be exciting yet equally anxiety provoking. It can also present additional challenges and potentially dangerous situations if not planned properly for anyone regardless of their length of time […]
NAVIGATING THE WORKPLACE SOBER
How do you navigate the workplace sober? Fear affects all of us to some degree, no matter how outgoing or confident we seem on the outside. Long after substance abuse has crossed from the realm of pleasure into the nightmare of addiction, fear is one of the main factors keeping addicts from seeking help. Fear […]
HOW SUBSTANCE ABUSE IMPACTS THE FAMILY UNIT
Substance use disorder can cause increased tensions in a family, which often leads to stress and negativity, as well as feelings of instability. If you make drugs or drinking a priority, you’re putting your family second and it won’t go unnoticed. Being absent from family functions or activities could also result in feelings of distrust […]
IMPORTANT THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CO-OCCURRING ILLNESSES
Throughout the United States, every 6 out of 10 people who struggle with substance use disorder also experience a different type of mental health issue at the same time. This is called a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder, and listed below are facts you may not know about them: There isn’t a single type of […]
DEFINING ADDICTION
Addiction is a chronic, relapsing brain disease defined by a physical and psychological dependence on drugs or alcohol. When an addictive disorder has formed, a person will pursue their toxic habits despite putting themselves and others in harm’s way. Defining Addiction An addiction heavily impacts the way a person thinks, acts, and feels. Many people […]
NUTRITION AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Here is everything you need to know about nutrition and substance abuse. Nutrition and Substance Abuse Alcohol damages the body’s ability to transform nutrients into molecules that the body really needs. Excessive consumption of alcohol can deprive the body of vitamins and minerals. For example, a deficiency in Vitamin K may cause delayed blood clotting […]
HOW ALCOHOL AND STRESS ARE RELATED
After a hectic day, it may seem as though there is nothing more relaxing than having a few drinks to help you unwind. However, though it is a little known fact, drinking alcohol can actually make you feel more stressed! People generally talk about having a drink to help them calm down when they are […]
HOW TO IDENTIFY ALCOHOL ABUSE WITHIN YOURSELF
Thanks to social media, popular culture, and personal experiences, many people know what the typical signs of alcohol abuse within friends, family, and peers look like. However, it’s always a different perspective when you’re on the outside looking in. It may be easy to spot these red flags in other people, but what about when […]
