Addiction is often called a “family disease” because it affects not only the person struggling but those closest to them as well. Unfortunately, because of the pain addiction often causes, many family members may choose to cut off the person struggling from their lives to protect their own well-being. This can be difficult for the […]
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Aug
Aug
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects individuals in various ways depending on what happened to them and how they process the trauma. However, there are differences between PTSD in men and women that can make navigating recovery difficult. By learning about how PTSD affects men specifically, those that are suffering can get the help they need […]
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Aug
Aug
American culture has placed a significant emphasis on the importance of working hard. Many individuals work Monday through Friday, eight hours a day, with little to no breaks. The weekend may seem like a break, but most people spend the time catching up on household chores such as cleaning, grocery shopping, and family time. […]
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Aug
Aug
[fusion_builder_container type=”flex” hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility” background_position=”center center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” fade=”no” background_parallax=”none” parallax_speed=”0.3″ video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_loop=”yes” video_mute=”yes” border_style=”solid”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” border_style=”solid” border_position=”all” spacing=”yes” background_repeat=”no-repeat” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility” center_content=”no” last=”no” hover_type=”none”][fusion_text] It is a commonly held belief that a clean room helps one maintain a healthy mind, but what happens when you can’t find the […]
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Jul
Jul
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 […]
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Jul
Jul
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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Jul
Jul
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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Jul
Jul
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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Jul
Jul
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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Jul
Jul
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 […]
