The holidays are a cheerful and lovely time of the year to spend time with friends and family. But, for those in early addiction recovery, the holidays come loaded with urges, cravings, and triggers that can make the festivities less than enjoyable. As you’re preparing for holiday challenges in early recovery, we hope these tips […]
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Schizophrenia is one of the many mental health illnesses that are often misunderstood. It affects about 1 in every 100 people, and it usually develops in early adulthood. The cause of schizophrenia is a combination of genetics, the environment, and a myriad of other factors. The issue is that recognizing the signs of schizophrenia can
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When talking about addiction, it is impossible to leave personalities out of the conversation. Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) is not a condition exclusive of substance abusers, but many struggle with it. A condition characterized by a lack of empathy and regard for others can very much sum up how many with substance use disorders treat
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Behavioral health’s role in addiction is so prominent that most treatment programs are constructed around it. For every ten people, seven are seeking care for reasons related to behavioral health. These can be anxiety, substance use disorder, or even diabetes management. Behavioral health is part of most comprehensive treatment plans because of this connection to
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Today, over 51 million people are struggling with their mental health in the United States. That accounts for a 1.5 million increase over last year’s report. With the pandemic taking a toll on most of us, the US’s state of mental health is more fragile and worrying than ever. Levels of anxiety and depression are
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Although porn addiction isn’t sending people to the emergency room on overdoses every day, it’s still damaging. Those who struggle with addiction to pornography often live a life filled with secrets, shame, and guilt. So, it’s no wonder many of them ask about how to stop porn addiction. In this complete guide about porn addiction,
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About 15 million adults in the United States experience a social anxiety disorder in a given year. Unfortunately, many of those individuals turn to alcohol as a coping mechanism. With alcohol being socially accepted by most people, helping someone lower their inhibitions, and overall allowing them to loosen up a bit, alcohol is the go-to
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It doesn’t matter if you’re a mild alcohol drinker or an alcoholic; you’re bound to struggle with withdrawal symptoms when you decide to call it quits. Those in medical detox or early recovery might wonder how to deal with anxiety from alcohol withdrawal. This isn’t your average “I’m stressed out” level of anxiety, those struggling
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The phrase “addictive personality” gets tossed around a lot these days. But in reality, it isn’t what most people believe it means. The idea that someone can’t seem to kick a drug habit due to their addictive personality is not realistic. The concept of an addictive personality has a lot to do with what we
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For some, a time without social media or other social networking sites seems impossible. Since their creation, social media has taken control over our lives, becoming more than a platform to connect with others. However, can our use of these platforms be harmful? Let’s explore the possibilities of someone struggling with a Facebook addiction disorder.
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The feeling of shame occurs even before we’re able to comprehend what it means. Shame can begin when we’re about two years old. But, the vicious cycle of shame and addiction can be a life-threatening issue in recovery. The Concept of Perfection When we’re children, we have this concept that our parents are perfect. Even
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Humility in addiction recovery is a critical part of long-term recovery. It’s no wonder that those contemplating rehabilitation want to know the meaning of humility. To accept defeat, you must be humble in that you are not more powerful than your addiction. Humility helps you restart your life. To call yourself an addict, attend meetings,
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