The John Hopkins Psychiatry Guide says that paranoia is “a response to perceived threats that are heavily influenced by anxiety and fear, existing along a continuum of normal, reality-based experience to delusional beliefs.” With the stress, misinformation, and uncertainty during the pandemic, it has been hard for people to feel calm, leading to paranoid thoughts. […]
Category Archives: Recovery
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Triggers can be associated with mental health, trauma, and substance abuse. They are environmental cues that remind individuals of past traumatic experiences and can include things such as colors, songs, certain words, names, smells, and more. Triggers vary from person to person and are often quite distressing when experienced, even if the person has ways […]
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Codependency is a type of relationship dynamic that can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms and enablement of risky behaviors. The characteristics of codependency are why addiction thrives in a codependent relationship. Many individuals may not want to admit they are involved in such a relationship, but denial can only exacerbate the situation. Understanding how codependency can […]
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Urge surfing is when you want to avoid acting on unhealthy behavior that you want to reduce or stop. If you keep thinking about your urges, such as your urge to abuse drugs, it will most likely grow. When you practice urge surfing, you will be able to ride your urges out until they decrease. […]
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Many individuals who have gone through addiction will vouch for the fact that the disease thrives off of loneliness. To not allow the disease to feed off your feelings, it is critical to know how to cope with loneliness while in recovery. Of course, everyone feels lonely from time to time, but this can pose […]
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Going through addiction recovery is a long and challenging journey, but the rewards are so worth it. Earning your sobriety takes time and a lot of determination, so it is only natural to want to share your story later on. Your story can help others that are struggling. However, not everyone feels comfortable sharing their […]
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There are a variety of ways to go about recovering from addiction. It is essential to understand that what may work for someone else may not be the best path for you. What is important is finding a treatment path that addresses your needs and concerns in recovery. One such path to consider is the […]
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Addiction treatments occur in many different formats. If one treatment method does not work, there are plenty more to choose from to fit your needs. By looking into the following treatment options, you will have a successful recovery the way others have. Detoxification Comes First When you stop using drugs, it can lead to uncomfortable […]
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When you are recovering from addiction, you will most likely learn how to set healthy boundaries to facilitate a life of happy, healthy, sober fun. However, setting boundaries is not always as easy as it seems, especially when those you love continually cross them. Learning how to set boundaries and enforce them will help your […]
Intrusive thoughts occur in the majority of human beings, but for some, they can be more persistent and troubling. Persistent intrusive thoughts can be especially prevalent if you are currently recovering from addiction. Knowing how to manage these thoughts can help your healing journey and keep you on the path to recovery. Next time you […]
