Sobriety

After a period of moderate or heavy drinking, it may seem challenging to quit drinking at first, but hundreds of thousands of people who have given up alcohol for good can testify that the benefits are well worth the challenge. Here’s what happens when you quit drinking.

New Year's Resolutions…every year, the clock strikes midnight, and a new horizon of possibilities lay before us! Many people start the new year by making a list of resolutions. How do New Year’s Resolutions differ for those in addiction recovery?

Addiction is a complex issue that brings a number of difficulties into the lives of those who struggle with it. Homelessness and malnourishment are two common issues that can affect people who have an addiction.

Bullying has been a frequent and recurring issue among teens for years, regardless of generation or awareness. With the prevalence of social media accessible at all hours of the day, bullying doesn’t stop when kids go home.

Depression and addiction are both very common medical issues. An estimated 16.2 million people in the US have at least one major depressive episode in a year. This means that 1 in 15 Americans struggle with this mental illness every year.

Deaths from drug overdoses have been steadily rising for the past 20 years. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that 20.4 million people have a substance abuse disorder. Substance abuse is a commonly occurring issue that affects nearly every community and can severely impact individuals’ lives.

October is ADHD awareness month, which means it’s the perfect time to learn about this common mental disorder that impacts millions of people. ADHD, or Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is significantly more common than many people realize.

When it comes to beating your addiction, the first steps can be the most difficult. That’s why it’s essential to find the proper support systems to help throughout your entire journey. Research has proven that good support systems increase the chances of achieving lifelong sobriety.

Regular exercise and eating nutritiously are important throughout our lifetime. However, there’s never a time where these things are more important than during the addiction recovery process. When you make a habit out of these things, you’re more likely to feel better during recovery and avoid any future relapses.

September is National Recovery Month. Every year during this month, people come together to promote and support a strong recovery community for those recovering from substance abuse or addiction. This month is for spreading awareness of effective treatments and recognizing the dedication of service providers and community members who help people to reach a full recovery. It’s also a time for celebrating the achievements of those who’ve reached full recovery from substance addiction as well as those working toward recovery.