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The Harmful Effects of Alcohol on Sleep

By |2023-03-02T12:53:46-05:00March 2nd, 2023|Drug and Alcohol Addiction|

Although most people think alcohol can help them fall asleep, it actually has the opposite effect. Over time, alcohol consumption can lead to chronic sleep problems that make it nearly impossible to get the rest your body needs. How Does Alcohol Affect Sleep? There are several ways in which drinking alcohol can have a negative [...]

Addiction Affects the Whole Family: What It’s Like to Live With Someone Who Has an Opioid Use Disorder

By |2023-06-29T15:59:54-04:00February 15th, 2023|Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

When an opioid abuser is in the home, their addiction can have a ripple effect on everyone around them. Just as a person with an opioid use disorder needs access to comprehensive care to begin their recovery journey, family members need support to cope with these difficult times. The Impact of Opioid Abuse on Children [...]

8 Ways That Music Can Help Support Your Recovery From a Substance Use Disorder

By |2023-06-29T16:00:21-04:00February 5th, 2023|Practicing Recovery|

Music can have a powerful effect on people in recovery from substance use disorders. Whether you enjoy making music or prefer simply listening to songs by your favorite artists, there are at least eight ways music helps support your sobriety. 1. Music Reduces Stress People with substance use disorders often rely on alcohol and drugs [...]

8 Signs You’re Using Drugs and Alcohol as an Unhealthy Coping Mechanism

By |2023-06-29T16:00:27-04:00January 18th, 2023|Drug and Alcohol Addiction|

It's not uncommon for people to reach for drugs and alcohol in an effort to numb difficult emotions or cope with challenging situations. However, if you find yourself increasingly relying on substance use to make it through the day, you may have developed a substance use disorder. Here, we share some common signs that can [...]

7 Healthy Habits to Support a Lasting Recovery

By |2023-06-29T15:50:18-04:00January 8th, 2023|Practicing Recovery|

Generally, it is said that it takes anywhere between 18 and 254 days to form a new habit, with the average being 66 days. However, research has found that some habits can be formed in as little as three weeks. It can be difficult to break old, self-destructive habits and replace them with new, healthier [...]

New Year, New You: Start Your Recovery Journey Today

By |2022-12-24T17:35:27-05:00December 24th, 2022|Drug and Alcohol Addiction, For Families of Addicts, The Path of Addiction Recovery|

The ringing in of a new year can bring with it many new hopes and dreams. However, if you are someone living with the burden of drug or alcohol addiction, those hopes and dreams may feel far away. You might realize that your life is not going as planned but feel unsure of what steps [...]

5 Important Recovery Lessons Learned From Matthew Perry’s New Memoir

By |2023-06-29T17:10:45-04:00December 17th, 2022|For Families of Addicts, Practicing Recovery|

In his new book released on November 1, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, actor Matthew Perry opens up about his battle with addiction and what he's learned along the way. His memoir is full of valuable insights for anyone struggling with a substance use disorder—or anyone who simply wants to learn more about [...]

Understanding the Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Addiction Treatment Programs

By |2022-12-06T13:59:33-05:00December 6th, 2022|Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

Substance use disorders are chronic illnesses with complex biological and environmental triggers. A person with a substance use disorder can learn to manage their condition and live a fulfilling, productive life, but they need access to appropriate addiction treatment. Every addiction treatment program is unique, but there are two general types of treatment to consider: [...]

Is Excessive Drinking Taking Years Off Your Life?

By |2022-11-18T12:38:15-05:00November 18th, 2022|Drug and Alcohol Addiction|

Our culture conditions us to see drinking as a perfectly normal way to spend time with family and friends. Unfortunately, there is growing evidence that excessive alcohol consumption may actually be robbing us of precious years with our loved ones. A study published in the JAMA Network Open in October 2022 attempted to quantify the [...]

How to Deal With Survivor’s Guilt After an Addiction Overdose

By |2022-11-16T13:26:04-05:00November 16th, 2022|Drug and Alcohol Addiction|

It's not uncommon to feel guilty after surviving an addiction overdose. Whether it was a close call, or you were quickly revived with naloxone and promptly taken to the nearest emergency room, the guilt can be overwhelming—especially when you've lost people you cared about under similar circumstances. Survivor's guilt can leave you doubting if you [...]