Postpartum Depression and Addiction: Understanding the Connection
Giving birth is undoubtedly a life-changing experience, but fluctuating hormone levels combined with sleep deprivation can put new mothers at risk of postpartum depression. In
Rumination and Substance Abuse: How Intrusive Thoughts Can Lead to Substance Use Disorders
When you’re facing a difficult situation, taking time for contemplation, planning, and problem-solving is healthy. However, when you can’t shut your mind off and find
Forgiveness in Recovery: How to Forgive Yourself and Others
It’s quite common for people with substance use disorders to turn to alcohol or drugs to process emotional trauma. However, getting drunk or high is
Understanding the Risks of IV Drug Use
Typically, people with substance use disorders begin by smoking or ingesting a substance. However, as a person develops a tolerance to an abused drug, they
Helping a Loved One Who Is Abusing Cocaine
There is a roughly 5% chance that an individual will become addicted to cocaine after the first use—and that number steadily climbs with each high.
What Are the 12 Steps?
While they’re not a substitute for the structured support of a residential addiction treatment program, the 12 Steps can be a vital part of your
