Most people know that drinking too much alcohol can harm their health, but many don’t realize that it also increases the risk of breast cancer. Even small amounts of alcohol
Many people enable addicts without meaning to because they believe they’re being loving and helpful. When others point out enabling behaviors, they often defend their actions as a sign of
Returning to school after addiction recovery can be a life-changing decision. Education offers structure, purpose, and new opportunities for personal growth. It can also strengthen recovery by helping individuals focus
People may suffer Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS), also known as withdrawal symptoms, in the initial days and weeks after stopping their drug and alcohol usage. PAWS symptoms can vary from
Homelessness and drug addiction often go hand in hand. Sadly, many people struggling with both issues can’t get the help they need. A substance use disorder can develop because of
Navigating the job market in sobriety is a major goal for so many people. After struggling with addiction and possibly being unemployed for a while, finding work gives you the
Millions of people interact with some form of addictive substance on a daily basis. However, these interactions do not necessarily make them addicts. They may drink alcohol or use tobacco
Sober Thanksgiving The holidays are a particularly difficult time for many individuals in recovery. Whether you are newly in recovery, 10 years into your recovery, or still thinking about drug
Fully Understanding the Stages of Addiction to Manage Your Recovery Addiction is such a problematic issue because it doesn’t happen all at once. For most people, it happens so gradually
How to Help an Addict Have you noticed the effects of addiction begin to pull down the quality of life of a friend or loved one? Chances are if you’re
