8 Awesome Sober Activities for a Fun Time Out While in Recovery
The journey to sobriety is a not always an easy one. Within the first year of recovery, around 66% will relapse. But if you can make it to 5 years or more, that number significantly decreases to 15%. Being in recovery can be just as challenging as the road you took to get here, maybe […]
Psychedelic Microdosing and Sobriety
With 18.5 million Americans struggling with substance use disorders, also known as addiction, there is no question that the USA has a drug epidemic.
How Do False Positives Occur on Drug Tests?
If you or a loved one has had a positive drug test, the most likely occurrence is that it’s actually positive. False positives are extremely rare on many drug tests.
How to Manage Addiction Triggers During the Holidays
The holiday season is a point in time when most people take time off, go to parties, and drink a great deal.
The Correlation Between Stress and Alcohol Abuse
If you or a loved one is struggling with alcohol abuse or addiction, you’re not alone. In 2019, 14.5 million people qualified has having a substance use disorder.
How to Help an Alcoholic Spouse
Alcohol use disorder impacts an estimated 14.5 million Americans, or 5.5% of the population. That means one in 20 of us has a substance use disorder.
Xanax: Side Effects, Dangers & Long-Term Impacts
Xanax, also known as Alprazolam, is one of the most commonly prescribed prescription drugs in the United States. As a benzodiazepine, it is heavily restricted for use and requires a prescription in the United States.
Seasonal Affective Disorder and Recovery
Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD is a mental health disorder that normally occurs during winter months. In most cases, it’s a result of reduced light, where people begin to
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.
How to Come Clean with Your Boss About Your Addiction
If you’re struggling with a substance use disorder, you’re not obligated to tell your boss. In fact, federal law, including the Patient Protection and…