Why High Achievers Often Struggle With Substance Use Disorders
One of the most common myths about addiction is that problems with drug and alcohol abuse only affect “unsuccessful” people. Addiction doesn’t care where you... Read More
7 Mental Health Disorders That Often Accompany Addiction
Living with a mental health disorder can be quite challenging, so people often turn to drugs and alcohol to self-medicate their symptoms. Unfortunately, this behavior... Read More
What Is a Dry Drunk?
Being in recovery involves more than just abstaining from drinking alcohol. If you’re still engaging in self-destructive behaviors and making impulsive decisions that put you... Read More
How to Tell Your Boss You’re Battling an Addiction
Admitting you need treatment for a substance use disorder is not easy. While you’re entitled to your privacy, you do need to share this information... Read More
7 Tips to Help You Survive Your First Sober Christmas
With Christmas fast approaching, you might find yourself wondering what to expect from your first sober holiday season. Although Christmas in recovery might look and... Read More
The Relationship Between Social Anxiety Disorders and Alcohol Abuse
About 7% of the general population has been diagnosed with a social anxiety disorder (SAD). Within this group, 20% also meet the criteria for an... Read More
Tips for Healthy Social Media Use in Recovery
Screen time limits aren’t just for children. Setting limits for yourself is a simple way to keep your social media use from spiraling out of... Read More
Staying Motivated in Recovery: Celebrating Sobriety Milestones
If you’re feeling frustrated with your recovery progress, you’re not alone. Our culture conditions us to look for a “quick fix” to our problems, but... Read More