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Addiction Treatment

12 Signs You Are Ready to Go to Rehab

You don’t need to be physically addicted to drugs or alcohol to need rehab. If substance abuse is causing negative effects in your life, it may be time to seek help. Here are 8 signs that you are ready to go to rehab.
Drug Addiction

Tips For Smoothly Attending a Holiday Party While in Recovery

Holiday parties can bring extra stress for people in recovery. Learn tips to plan ahead, minimize the risk of relapse, and remain committed to sobriety during the festivities.
Mental Health

How to Recognize Depression

How do you know if you’re depressed? Is it sadness or depression? Learn how to recognize depression and what treatments are available.
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Is Ambien Addictive? The Surprising Answer

Ambien abuse can be insidious and those taking it may not know how addictive it is until they’re already caught in the cycle. Learn more about Ambien addiction here.
Alcohol

What is High-Intensity Drinking?

High-intensity drinking can lead to drinking and driving, alcohol poisoning, or can harm your health. Learn more about this trend here.
Mental Health

Anxiety and Negative Self-Talk: How to Cope with Your Inner Critic

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety affects over 40 million people age 18 or older in the United States, over 18 percent of the population. And the interesting thing about anxiety is that, well, the worse it gets, the worse it gets.
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How to Stay Sober While Grieving

Grief is hard for anyone—but coping with grief in recovery can be challenging. Learn how to navigate pain and grief after loss here.
Mental Health

10 Self-Care Tips for Improving Your Mental Health

Taking time for self-care isn't selfish, but a necessary part of your mental health. Here are 10 tips to boost your overall well-being.
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How to Support Your Loved One During the Holidays: Communication, Boundaries, and More

The holidays are a time of joy but also a time of stress for families struggling with addiction. Learn how to support your sober loved one during this time.
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The Dangers of At-Home Detox for Drugs and Alcohol

Addicted people unwilling to go to a treatment center may decide to go cold turkey. Painful withdrawal symptoms make this an unadvisable and almost impossible feat. Learn what to do instead.
Recovery

How to Give Back This Holiday Season: A Guide for Those in Addiction Recovery

There are many benefits of service in recovery, and it can bring a lot of joy to your life to give back during the holidays. Find out more.
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Understanding the Different Types of Trauma

Trauma can manifest in different ways depending on a person's experience. Read about types of trauma, the effects, and how to heal.