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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.

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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Are CBD and THC Different?

Key Takeaways: This article explains the key differences between THC and CBD, both compounds derived from cannabis. THC is psychoactive, causing a “high” and carrying potential risks like addiction and anxiety, while CBD is non-psychoactive and offers therapeutic benefits such as pain relief and anxiety management. The legal status of THC and CBD varies, and […]

AA and NA

Personal Inventory: Navigating Steps 4 and 5

Key Takeaways: This article discusses Steps 4 and 5 of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), focusing on the importance of self-reflection and accountability. Step 4 involves conducting a moral inventory, while Step 5 involves sharing that inventory with a higher power, oneself, and another person. These steps are crucial for personal growth, overcoming […]

Recovery

Exploring the 12 Steps: Surrender - Steps 1 Through 3

Key Takeaways: This article discusses the first three steps of the 12 Steps program for addiction recovery, known as the “Surrender” steps. It emphasizes admitting powerlessness, believing in a higher power, and making a decision to turn one’s life over to that power. The article also provides practical advice on how to work through each […]

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What Are the 7 Stages of Grief? A Guide for Those in Recovery

Key Takeaways: This article discusses the seven stages of grief, as popularized by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, and how they relate to individuals in addiction recovery. It emphasizes that grief is a personal and non-linear process, affecting both emotional and physical health, and suggests coping strategies such as seeking support and practicing self-care, particularly for those maintaining […]

Drug Addiction

When Your Addiction Is a Secret

Key Takeaways: Secret addiction affects millions of Americans, with only a small percentage receiving necessary help due to shame and fear of exposure. Innovative solutions, such as outpatient programs and telemedicine, are emerging to provide flexible and discreet pathways to recovery. Overcoming shame and building trust are crucial steps in healing, and future trends such […]

Addiction Treatment

How to Write an Intervention Letter: Guide for Families and Friends

If you have a friend or family member struggling with addiction, one approach is to write an intervention letter, but where to start? Find out more here.

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The Rise in Meth: Why Use is Surging Across the Country

Why is meth use rapidly increasing across the US? Accessibility, potency, and lack of treatment options are three key factors

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Reasons to Stay Sober on the 4th of July

This 4th of July, you may be tempted to celebrate with a drink. Here are 7 reasons why you should avoid alcohol and stay focused on your sobriety.

Alcohol

Recognizing If You're a High-Functioning Alcoholic

It can be difficult to discern the signs of high-functioning alcoholism, as everything appears fine on the outside, but that’s not always so. Find out more here.

Mental Health

Can Job Burnout Lead to Addiction?

Key Takeaways: This article discusses how job burnout and other forms of excessive stress can lead to addiction as individuals seek unhealthy coping mechanisms. It outlines the signs of burnout, the effects of chronic stress on the body, and provides strategies for managing stress and seeking professional help. The article emphasizes the importance of recognizing […]