Alcoholism is a chronic condition impacting 28.9 million people aged 12 and older in the United States, and it requires ongoing dedication to recovery. Whether you have recently completed treatment or are just beginning to consider sobriety, having a strong support system is vital to maintaining your recovery journey. Alcoholics Anonymous, which pioneered the 12-step […]
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The end of November brings America alive. Thanksgiving is here, Christmas is coming, New Year’s Eve is next, and cheer is on high. The holidays are a time for family and friends, for love and for togetherness. For many, the holidays are also a time of indulgence – overspending, overeating, and overdrinking. If your problem
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Of course it’s not easy to talk to someone you love about their addiction. There are plenty of reasons why. It’s awkward, hard to address, difficult, heavy and/or terrifying. Maybe you’re afraid of their reaction. Maybe you think there’s a chance it could ruin your relationship. Whatever reason you have for being hesitant to address
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It’s not always easy to talk openly and honestly, especially not about yourself. But generally, when people do open up, they feel better afterward. It’s no different when it comes to talking about your drinking. Opening up about your alcohol problem with others will be a valuable step toward achieving sobriety because you won’t feel
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Alcohol is the most prevalently abused drug in the world. In America, it’s not only legal just about everywhere, it’s advertised heavily. Alcohol is part of American culture and is literally being shoved down our throats. Holiday party? Alcohol. Football game? Alcohol. Date night? Alcohol. Going out with some coworkers after a busy Friday? Alcohol.
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When you recognize that you’re suffering from a substance use disorder, you end up facing the challenge of getting clean and sober. This involves going through detox and a treatment program that allows you to start living a new, healthier lifestyle. However, there will always be the risk that you’ll relapse sometime in the future,
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When you first call the National Rehab Hotline at 866-210-1303 for the support you need to help your loved one get into recovery.
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A substance use disorder can occur when taking almost any type of drug, which includes everything from prescription medications to heroin and cocaine. If someone close to you has started taking too many drugs, it’s important to understand that all of the signs that you have noticed that point to a substance use disorder may
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If you or someone you know is experiencing issues with substance use, call The National Rehab Hotline at 866-210-1303 for help over the phone. Of course, if someone is experiencing an emergency, you need to call 911 immediately and administer naloxone if you have it available. Time is of the essence when responding to an
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When someone struggles with an alcohol or substance use disorder, there are always ramifications. Outside factors also affect the individual user. The law, programs, social prejudices and viewpoints, and other institutions and practices in the private and public sectors have measurable consequences for substance use and recovery. The work done to mitigate the negative impact
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