People who are recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) often have a tendency to replace the cravings for drugs and alcohol with the urge to consume other mood-boosting foods, including fast food and sugary products. Many even find themselves using sugar as a replacement addiction. Similarities Between Substance Addiction and Sugar Addiction From a scientific […]
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Chronic depression can be crippling. You may find yourself asking, “Is there hope of getting better?” The answer is yes. Although major depression is a complex mental illness, it can be managed and treated. It is critical that you reach out for help and work collaboratively with health professionals. What Is Chronic Depression? Depressive episodes
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Codependence is a behavioral pattern characterized by over-reliance on or over-attachment to another person. It can be understood as a relationship addiction. Because people with substance use disorder (SUD) often find it challenging to build and maintain healthy relationships and have fallen prey to chemical dependency, relational codependence often co-occurs with substance addiction. Dual Disorders:
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If you have a loved one who is struggling with substance use disorder (SUD), you may be eager to help them achieve and maintain sobriety. One effective way to be supportive begins with addressing the stigma in thoughts, attitudes, and even language around SUD. We all know that there is still widespread stigma about people
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Many people with substance use disorder (SUD) struggle with basic life skills. Life skills are day-to-day abilities to care for oneself and solve problems. Full recovery includes relearning these skills so that one can live independently while maintaining sobriety. The Loss of Life Skills SUD may take a heavy toll on a person’s ability to
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Putting the person first when describing someone with a disability or disease can positively influence the images and impressions we form about them. When it comes to our use of language in combatting addiction-related stigma, person-first language is critical in fostering an environment of dignity, mutual respect, positivity, and hope. Read on to discover four
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Relapse prevention might be the most crucial part of one’s recovery journey. Because it takes time to hone relapse prevention skills, those in recovery should make use of every resource available out there. The 12-Step programs are intended to reduce relapse rates and help people maintain their sobriety at no cost to the participant. There
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Mental health conditions such as depression often co-occur among individuals with substance use disorder (SUD), especially those with opioid use disorder. Co-occurring mental health conditions and opioid addiction may both increase the risk of suicidal behaviors. Health professionals at Laguna Shores Recovery Center can help reduce the risk of self-harm caused by addiction. Understanding Addiction
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If you are serious about your recovery journey, you may wonder whether there is a typical treatment roadmap to help you set some expectations. The belief that everything is going to get better quickly after starting treatment is a common misconception. A realistic roadmap helps you manage your expectations and stay motivated. When Will I
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The secret to sustainable recovery is rebuilding a healthy and balanced lifestyle. There are many coping skills and self-management tactics to help you make your lifestyle stress-free, orderly, and balanced. Recovering individuals who commit to this learning experience may benefit from various life skills in many ways. Daily Skills to Care for Yourself As you
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