Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome: An Often Overlooked Risk of Alcohol Use Disorders
Excessive alcohol consumption has been linked to a wide range of medical problems, including Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome. This is a serious and potentially irreversible form of... Read More
Marijuana’s Increased Potency Leads to Increased Addiction Risks
Perceptions about the safety of marijuana are often rooted in the fact that many of those who used the drug in the 1960s and 1970s... Read More
How to Overcome a Fear of Failure and Set Realistic Recovery Goals
Winston Churchill once said, “Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” If you’re in recovery from... Read More
Tips for Good Sleep Hygiene in Recovery
What Is Sleep Hygiene? Sleep hygiene is a term used to refer to a series of habits that promote a more restful sleep. Since insomnia... Read More
Embracing Emotional Sobriety: Empowering Yourself in Recovery
An Overview One important, but often overlooked, part of the recovery journey is the need for emotional sobriety. Since it’s common for people with substance... Read More
What Is a Blackout Period in Recovery?
If someone you care about has recently decided to seek addiction treatment, you may find yourself wondering what a blackout period means. Not to be... Read More
How to Stay Sober When Your Partner Still Drinks
How to Stay Sober When Your Partner Still Drinks.
Avoiding Relapse: How to Stay on Track While Riding the Pink Cloud
If you’re newly sober and feel like you’re on top of the world, you may be riding the pink cloud. No one is suggesting that... Read More
Addressing Sexual Dysfunction as Part of Your Addiction Recovery
Talking about sexual dysfunction can be embarrassing, but this is an issue that is quite common among both men and women seeking substance abuse treatment. If... Read More
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... Read More