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Olivia Gillespie

Liv Gillespie is an AI-fluent copywriter and editor with master’s degrees in Linguistics and Teaching English as a Second Language. Her work spans behavioral health, insurance, and personal finance, with clients including American Express.

Articles by Olivia Gillespie

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Alcohol Use Disorder’s Biggest Enemy

Alcoholism may have a powerful opponent, too. Not a magic fix, but something steadier: healthy friendships, honest support groups, and more.

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TikTok in Recovery: Helpful or Harmful?

Can TikTok support recovery or increase relapse risks? Explore the benefits, dangers, and how to use social media wisely during addiction recovery.

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Is The Overdose Crisis Evolving?

As new drugs enter the market, and shifts occur in supply and demand – so does the persistent crisis of overdose plaguing the nation.

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The Weight Moms Carry in Recovery

Most women who enter treatment for substance use disorder fall within their childbearing years, and many are raising children of their own. And even though it’s valid that you’re struggling to forgive your mother, it’s also worth remembering that many moms carry enormous pressure long before substances enter the picture, and when life becomes overwhelming, it usually isn’t because the road’s been easy. If you’d like to better understand why recovery can feel especially complicated