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6 Steps for Setting Boundaries with Someone in Recovery

When someone pursues recovery, your relationship with them can change for the better. By setting up boundaries early on and communicating your feelings effectively, you and your loved one can develop a mutual respect that tends to your needs just as much as their sobriety. Follow these 6 important steps from Addiction Recovery Coach Rick Lepkowski.

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What Does It Feel Like to Go Through Drug Withdrawal?

Drug and alcohol withdrawal is a painful and disruptive period of time, but there are ways to alleviate these difficult symptoms. By using pain management tools and healthy coping mechanisms, experiencing withdrawal can be more manageable.

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Detox vs. Rehab? Which is Right for You?

Although many use these terms interchangeably, detox and rehab each have their own purpose. While detox primarily focuses on addressing the physical effects that addiction has had on the body, rehab focuses more on the psychological effects.

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Holistic Healing: Experiencing Adventure-Based Therapy

Adventure-based therapy can be an integral part of drug & alcohol recovery and has many proven benefits. Learn more about nature-based addiction recovery here.
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Coping As a New Mother in Recovery

Being a new mother in recovery can be a challenging road, however, with healthy coping tools and support, you can flourish as a new sober mom. Learn more here.
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What is a Trigger?

Experiencing triggers in recovery is a natural part of sobriety, but they are uncomfortable. Learn to deal with emotional triggers & cravings.
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Is Benadryl Addictive? Understanding Risks & Uses of Diphenhydramine

While Benadryl is a safe, over-the-counter drug, it is possible to develop a Benadryl addiction with prolonged use. Find out more here.
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How Can Drugs and Alcohol Affect Your Body?

Drugs and alcohol can affect your body physically & mentally in many damaging ways. Learn how drugs affect the body and how to seek substance abuse treatment here.
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Staging a Drug Addiction Intervention

A drug addiction intervention can be a life-changing moment for someone struggling with SUD. Approach your loved one calmy and kindly with these steps.
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The Benefits of Outpatient Treatment

For many individuals, going away for treatment isn't an option. Fortunately, through outpatient treatment, they can receive the treatment and support they need close to home.
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Family Wellness

Co-Parenting with an Addict: Navigating the Challenges Together

Co-parenting with an addict or alcoholic, whether living together or separately, poses unique challenges. Learn how to navigate this tricky path here.
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Tips for Communicating Better with Your Loved One in Recovery

Communication in recovery and coming to a place of understanding with your loved one is a must. Read more about effective family communication & wellness here
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Complexities and Risks of Pregnancy and Substance Use

Pregnancy and substance use carries many risks for the mother and developing fetus. Learn the dangers, how to seek help during pregnancy.
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How to Tell the Difference Between Sadness and Depression

Knowing the difference between sadness vs. depression can let you know when to seek help. Learn some of the primary differences here.
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Being in Recovery When Your Partner Drinks Socially

Learning how to be sober while your partner drinks can be a challenge, but with communication & planning, it can be done. Learn more here.
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