How to Manage Social Anxiety Without Alcohol
If you’re in recovery from an alcohol use disorder, you may be worried about how you’ll manage social anxiety without drinking. Alcohol is often used
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
Making Amends: A Crucial Part of the 12 Steps
If you’re participating in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or a similar 12-Step program, you’ve probably heard that making amends is an important part of your recovery
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
