It is a common belief that people with depression cannot function well. However, there are many different forms of depression, including high-functioning depression. With this type, it is easy to hide symptoms from others. High-functioning depression is a mild form of depression, and those who have it may be able to cope with the symptoms […]
Many factors can affect recovering individuals’ mental health. Some of the most prevalent influences are grief and loss. Losing a loved one, a job, or any other thing of significance can be a traumatic experience. Between the trauma of the loss and dealing with the grief on top of it, many people must learn to
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Substance addiction and domestic violence are closely related. The lines of causality go both ways. A history of abuse in the family may precondition people to use and abuse substances. Similarly, addiction may increase the likelihood of violent behaviors in the home. Often, these two maladaptive behaviors form a vicious cycle that is hard to
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Do you ever have days or longer periods where your emotions seem empty or flat? Are you worried because this emotional void or numbness has lingered even after you achieved sobriety? This sensation is called emotional flatness, and you are not alone. Many recovering individuals struggle with emotional flatness. You may feel this way because
Have you heard of the link between alcoholism and sugar addiction? Researchers think there may be some overlap in family genetics that show a preference for sweets and addictive substances such as alcohol. They suggest that the reason for this connection may be biological — substance addiction and sugar addiction share common neural pathways. This
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Some people may wonder why life skills are relevant to addiction recovery. They may think life skills come naturally to everyone. However, even the most basic and seemingly common life skills can be challenging when substance addiction enters the scene. The good news is these life skills can be built through education and practice. Life
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One common reason people resist getting addiction treatment is that they’re afraid life will be boring after rehab. However, learning to have fun in recovery is not just a wellness strategy but one of the most important factors for long-term success and sobriety. A fun-deprived recovery regimen, no matter how healthy it otherwise appears, is
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Finding ways to connect with others is essential to the addiction recovery process. However, sober socializing can sometimes be challenging for individuals who have struggled with drug or alcohol addiction. Read on to discover eight benefits of sober socializing to help you move past those challenges to make the most of recovery. #1. Sobriety Makes
Are you concerned about relationship setbacks during recovery? Even with good interpersonal skills, you should think twice about who to hang out with after treatment. Besides individuals who use substances, there is another group of people to avoid: toxic personalities. What Kinds of People Are “Toxic”? The word “toxic” has become widely used. Although it
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Two of the most common health conditions in the world, depression, and addiction, often work in cycles together. One may contribute directly to the other, leading back to the first. For example, those suffering from depression have an increased likelihood of substance abuse. Similarly, those with substance use disorder (SUD) are at an increased risk
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