June 18, 2021

Figure Out What Sets You OffYou have connections with a multitude of things that prompt you to recall both, good and bad times. A song can remind you of great times with friends or a romantic moment with your love interest. Whether it is music, a place or a thing, there’s something that can recall Continue Reading

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May 26, 2021

How to Protect Your Recovery in SummertimeAs summertime approaches and Covid-19 continues to subside, outdoor group activities will be more popular than ever before. As much fun as summer can be, it can also be one of the trickiest times of the year for people in recovery. That said, there is time for you to Continue Reading

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May 18, 2021

A Story of Addiction StigmaYears ago, my then girlfriend and I were invited to a dinner party with four other couples. As we sat down to dinner, everyone was making chit-chat or catching up on the latest events in their respective families. As things quieted down, a woman named Deb called across the table and Continue Reading

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May 11, 2021

MAT for AlcoholWith all the innovations in modern treatment, it can be easy to think there is a pill to stop drinking alcohol. Sadly, getting sober from alcohol isn’t as easy as taking medicine. In addition to medication, behavioral therapy is required for long-term sobriety, as well as support from family and community groups like Continue Reading

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April 26, 2021

Trauma is a sensitive topic and can be tricky to talk about. However, one in three women worldwide experience some form of sexual assault. For many, the traumatic experience typically leads to self-medicating with alcohol or drugs to hide the pain. Sexual assault trauma is characterized as rape, molestation, unwanted sexual touching, or any unwanted, non-consensual Continue Reading

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