Everyone has had bad days in their recovery where they feel down, hopeless, and like they can’t continue. These days can feel debilitating and as though life is […]
Tag Archives: Substance Use
Clinically reviewed by: Gabe Dunn, LCSW
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Jan
Jan
Living life while struggling with addiction often has no stability. Addiction is great at uprooting your life and causing you to live in a way you cannot predict. […]
05
Jun
Jun
Several studies have noted that men are more likely than women to use almost all types of illicit substances. Despite the growing number of people who classify as […]
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Feb
Feb
People are aware that smoking can destroy your lungs and your life. What if emotions are what come into play to make us want to smoke? Harvard University […]
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Jul
Jul
Barriers to Seeking Treatment If you are suffering from the disease of addiction and you are reluctant to get help, you’re not alone. A recent government survey reported […]
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Jul
Jul
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 […]
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Jun
Jun
Many substances can cause changes in perception and behavior, and those that cause paranoia are said to cause “substance induced psychosis”. When this occurs, both delusions and paranoia […]
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Jun
Jun
When we’re actively abusing substances, we surround ourselves with people that perpetuate the lifestyle we’re leading. We begin spending more time with other people who like to drink […]
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May
May
Addiction affects people of all ages. Although substance use most often initially becomes a problem between the ages of 18 and 25, you can develop a substance use […]
