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The Benefits of Peer Support Groups
People in recovery from addiction to drugs and alcohol can find many benefits of peer support groups. Knowing they have understanding people who can help them d …
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The Link Between Grief and Substance Abuse
Many people do not understand the connection between grief and substance abuse. While many social aspects and emotional difficulties can contribute to the devel …
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Summertime Blues: Reverse Seasonal Affective Disorder
When people hear about Seasonal Affective Disorder, commonly referred to as SAD, they usually think about the type that affects people in the winter and cold cl …
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How to Tell If You’re An Addict
One of the hardest parts of being a person addicted to drugs or alcohol concerns getting to the point where they can admit it to someone else. Before that can h …
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The Link Between ADHD and Addictive Behavior
Living with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly referred to as ADHD, provides a lot of challenges for children and adults. As well, individuals d …
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The Dangers of Marijuana Maintenance
The goal of recovery from a substance use disorder is not to rely on drugs or alcohol as part of a person’s life. Most people in recovery agree that this mean …
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Failure to Launch Syndrome Symptoms: What to Look For
Failure to launch describes a situation in which an adult child does not become independent from their parents and live as a fully functioning adult. While most …
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What to Expect in your First 12 Step Meeting
Everyone has heard about 12-step meetings but may have preconceived notions about what they are like. Many people wonder what is a 12 step meeting all about and …
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The Role of Anxiety in Addiction
People who struggle with addiction to drugs or alcohol also experience a great deal of anxiety in their lives. Treatment for one condition responds better when …
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PTSD and Addiction
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction frequently occur at the same time. They can happen regardless of age, race, gender, or economic status. Peop …
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Signs Your Loved Ones Might Be Struggling with Depression
The National Institute of Mental Health reports that approximately 17 million adults in the U.S. experienced at least one major depressive episode per year. Abo …
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How to Cope With Your Mental Illness During the Holidays
Living with mental illness often makes daily life difficult. The holidays can present their own set of challenges when it comes to dealing with mental health di …
