Maintaining sobriety for days, weeks, months, or years is a phenomenal achievement that you should be proud of. However, because addiction is a chronic disease, you will have to consistently work on your recovery throughout your life. Many people find themselves in challenging moments that result in a return to drugs and alcohol, known as […]
Monthly Archives: July 2021
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When someone you care about does something that hurts you, approaching a conversation with them can be awkward and challenging to navigate. Because of your relationship with the person, you want to approach the subject with delicacy if you wish to preserve the relationship. However, it is crucial to understand that what you allow from […]
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You may have expectations of what your morning should look like, such as exercising, meditating, or even what foods you should eat. The truth is that you may suffer from anxiety if you feel like you are not carrying out your morning routine the way “experts” recommend. Maybe you frequently run out the door at […]
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Individuals that have struggled with addiction often have a difficult time trusting themselves and others. These trust issues can lead to further problems in recovery, which is why it is crucial to learn how to overcome them. Doing so can be hard to do, but you can discover ways to begin the process over time. […]
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With the lengthy lockdown, loss of jobs, or learning how to work at home with the kids, anxiety and depression have seen a considerable surge due to the pandemic. If you have never seen a therapist before but are seeking treatment for the first time, you may not know what to expect or what to […]
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Exercise is a crucial piece of recovering from addiction because it keeps your body healthy, boosts your mood, gives you energy, and helps your body heal. For these reasons, treatment facilities across the country implement some kind of exercise within their daily schedule for patients to take advantage of. However, not everyone enjoys the same […]
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Recovering from addiction is one of the hardest things you will ever do, but it is worth all of the challenges and obstacles you have to overcome. No matter how discouraged you feel in recovery, it is crucial to remember that you have made a courageous decision to take control of your life. Throughout your […]
Depression, Mental Health
What Did The National Institute of Mental Health Say About Borderline Personality Disorder?
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Borderline personality disorder is characterized by unstable moods, behaviors, and relationships. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) recently had a half-hour discussion about borderline personality disorder. Not only was there a discussion about borderline personality disorder’s signs and treatment options, but NIMH also spoke about new research that can make a difference in the […]
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One of the most common causes of addiction is people self-medicating with drugs and alcohol to relieve mental or physical pain symptoms. Self-medicating is remarkably common, but few people realize that they are doing it in the first place. Recognizing signs of self-medication early on can prompt you to seek treatment before self-medicating develops into […]
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Anxiety is surrounded by stigma because it is often misunderstood. While everyone experiences anxious feelings and thoughts occasionally, those with anxiety disorders are tormented by anxious thoughts that others cannot understand. Even with the best intentions, friends and family of individuals with anxiety may say something hurtful to the person, causing worsening anxiety and disintegration […]
