Sober Thanksgiving For Former Addicts: Yes, You Can!
For many families, bottles of wine are as much of a part of Thanksgiving as the turkey. When you’re in recovery, this can make a sober Thanksgiving challenging. The holidays…
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What Is Substance Use Disorder?
The words that are used to describe something matter a great deal — especially to those who are experiencing it. The change from stating that a person is addicted to…
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How to Practice Patience
Recovering from drug addiction takes a long-term commitment. There are several steps, including detox, rehabilitation, aftercare, and sober living. If you’re looking for a recovery center that teaches you how…
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How To Stop Addictive Behaviors
For someone who doesn’t have an addictive personality or who isn’t addicted to a substance, being able to stop addictive behaviors seems like it would be as simple as telling…
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What Are Coping Skills?
Serenity House Detox & Recovery Florida uses a number of verbal and nonverbal programs to help clients cope with the challenges of detox. The skills you learn here give you a strong…
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What Is Dual Diagnosis?
Dual diagnosis is a term you will likely hear if you are researching treatment options for substance use disorder. However, dual diagnosis is much more than a trendy catch-all phrase.…
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What is Detox? The First Step To Recovery
For people who are ready to give up drugs and alcohol in exchange for a happy and sober life, detox is often the first step toward recovery. Many who struggle…
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Do You Or A Loved One Have PTSD? Warning Signs of PTSD
After a traumatic event, some people develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Symptoms are mild for some, but for others, the condition can be debilitating. Many people who struggle with PTSD…
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What Are The Symptoms Of Anxiety?
According to the National Institute on Mental Health, more than 18 percent of adults experience some type of anxiety disorder. This makes it the most common mental health condition in…
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Symptoms Of Depression
Depression and substance use disorder are closely linked. In fact, the National Bureau of Economic Research found that people who have a mental illness, such as depression, are responsible for…
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