According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day [...]
No one enjoys the feelings produced by a state of anxiety, and for some anxiety suffers those feelings can become excruciating. It is tempting to seek out substances that, when ingested, will provide the anxiety [...]
It doesn’t matter your socio-economic background, race or religion - losing a loved one is a painful human experience. Dealing with all of the grief surrounding death is brutal and for those in addiction recovery, [...]
When we are newly sober and just beginning the journey of recovery, we are in need of a guide and mentor to help us navigate the unfamiliar waters of twelve step recovery. It is our [...]
There are many life factors to consider once you’ve made the decision to get help for a substance use disorder or alcohol addiction. One of the biggest decisions is where to go for help. Luckily, [...]
Diet—the food and drink we consume, and how frequently we consume it—is particularly important to those of us in the first 90 days of recovery. There is a lot of research to support the idea [...]
During addiction, people become disconnected from themselves and the world around them. They often feel lost, unstructured, and hopeless. While in recovery, studies have shown that journaling can aid those working to stay sober feel [...]
It’s easy to understand why people turn to drinking as a prescription for anxiety relief. When ingested, alcohol has a sedative effect on the drinker and causes the release of dopamine, a natural feel-good chemical [...]
Weddings, graduation, pool parties, festivals and family gatherings, summer is the ultimate party season and with the sultry weather often comes alcohol. And this year, it may be the first time you’re sober during all [...]
