If you struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep, you know how exhausting it can be to toss and turn, trying in vain to quiet your racing mind and restless body. The next morning’s fatigue and irritability only compound your troubles, which is why many people who routinely experience...
In the government’s eyes, Americans reach adulthood at age 18, which is when they can register to vote, join the military, sign contracts, buy property and start establishing a credit history, among other privileges. Still, people must wait until they are 21 to legally buy and drink alcohol. Have...
When you hear about addiction, it's often negative. However, there is cause for celebration for those thriving in recovery. In the United States, an estimated 22 million people are in recovery from alcohol or drug use. While that is incredible — many more people are still battling substance use disorders....
The U.S. remains in a prescription drug epidemic that has affected people from coast to coast. All too often, people get hooked on prescription medications like Xanax and Vicodin because they initially took these drugs under a doctor’s supervision. The longer people use these substances, the harder it will...
Addiction is a complicated disease, and even when you think recovery is going smoothly, challenges can still emerge. According to statistics from the National Institute of Drug Abuse, up to 60% of people who struggle with substance use disorders will experience a relapse – or a return to drinking...
If you have a loved one living with a substance use disorder, you’ve probably worried that they might go too far and experience a drug overdose. This severe health condition can cause coma, seizures, brain damage and even death if left untreated. In observation of International Overdose Awareness Day...
Maintaining lifelong sobriety requires a commitment to breaking the self-destructive cycle of addiction. During your stay in residential rehab, you will establish a routine you can continue and build upon throughout your recovery journey. While some of these back-to-basics lifestyle changes are simple – like getting up and going...
Mental illnesses can be debilitating and impair a person’s functioning. This often creates challenges in work performance, family life, and social interactions. Many people with this disorder need to take time off work for appointments, treatment, or to recover from a depressive episode. They may request accommodations, so they...
Movies, TV shows and commercials have all glamorized drinking by depicting it as a way to have fun, relax and make new friends, ignoring the reality that alcohol is the world’s most harmful drug. Having a drinking habit can cause or worsen physical and mental illnesses, and can also...
Most people associate addiction with only one specific drug, such as alcohol or cocaine. However, it is also possible for people to develop a multi-drug dependence, or polysubstance abuse. When this occurs, it can significantly increase the risk of an overdose, and may require specific treatment approaches to address...
Do your friends and family often tell you that you’re overreacting? Are you extremely perceptive? Do small changes in your environment bother you? According to psychologists Elaine and Arthur Aron, these little quirks may mean that you are a highly sensitive person. What is a Highly Sensitive Person? Research on highly...
Depression is one of the world’s leading causes of disability, but that doesn’t mean all depressed people feel too hopeless and distraught to complete their daily responsibilities. You might struggle with depression and still appear completely “normal” to the outside world – going to work, paying bills and even...
Decision-Making Matters The ability to make good choices is integral to your success in sobriety. However, most people dependent on drugs or alcohol have struggled with this particular challenge more than almost any other. That’s why we believe in building decision-making skills in early recovery. It’s a crucial part of...
Though you may primarily associate the idea of codependency with romantic relationships, many parent-child relationships also have this toxic feature. Over time, having one or both parents regularly control or manipulate you can take an enormous toll on your emotional well-being. Learning to recognize the signs of codependency is...
Post-traumatic stress disorder can develop after a one-time stressful or frightening event or a prolonged traumatic experience. In any given year, about 12 million U.S. adults have this mental health condition, which can affect anyone, regardless of their age, beliefs or background. In observance of PTSD Awareness Month, let’s...
Borderline personality disorder is an especially devastating mental health condition. It is associated with impulsive behavior, a distorted self-image, and wild mood swings. However, the negative effects of BPD aren’t limited to the person with a diagnosis. Loved ones are also impacted. Research published in EvoS Journal highlights a...
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