Addiction isn’t always about drugs and alcohol. Substance use disorder is the one we hear about most, however. As a result, when someone mentions having a friend or family member who struggles with addiction, we may first assume they’re battling a dependency on opioid drugs, alcohol, or methamphetamine. In truth, someone with the right risk…
Do you worry that your loved one may experiment with self-medication? Generally, this is the act of taking a chemical substance or prescription medication without a doctor’s direct order. If you’ve ever taken a friend’s tranquilizer to calm yourself before a big meeting, you’ve self-medicated. Likewise, if you’ve ever watched a friend try to drink…
Addiction affects everyone who interacts with the person who has a problem. When you love a person who has a problem with alcohol or drugs, you want to help them in any way possible. You can’t decide to get help for them. That decision has to be something they willingly make. However, you can try…
Many doctors prescribe benzos to address addiction and other mental health conditions. In addition, those going through alcohol withdrawal may use the medication to help ease symptoms. COVID-19 has caused an increase in the number of patients seeking treatment for anxiety. In the meantime, the supply chain has been interrupted, and it is becoming more…
The holiday season can be one of the most challenging times for someone on the recovery path. This issue is especially problematic in earlier years. Enjoying a sober Thanksgiving is possible. It may take a bit of extra planning but will get easier as the years go past. Making it through the holidays will be…
Entering addiction treatment can be a confusing time for both the person entering and their loved ones. You want to be there and help your loved one in any way possible, but maybe you don’t know what to do. After all, there are doctors and counselors involved, and they have much more experience with this…
Halloween can be a risky holiday for many people. If you are using to spending time with your friends drinking or using your favorite drug, but now you’re in recovery, you may feel vulnerable. The key to a sober Halloween is to make it different, unique, and a lot of fun so that you do…