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Sobriety Fatigue: Why Do People Feel Tired After Quitting Drinking?
Is someone you care about tired, unmotivated, and struggling to stay sober? They may be experiencing sobriety fatigue. It is a condition that can happen when someone is trying to stay sober while dealing with stress, anxiety, and burnout. In this article, we will explain sobriety fatigue, what causes it, and how to overcome it. You'll find practical tips to help your loved one regain sobriety and live a more...
Codependency and Alcoholism: Can you Recognize the Signs?
Are you tired of letting others' needs come before yours? Is your loved one having trouble with alcohol use? Do you feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of their actions and their impact on your life? It's time to take control. You may be dealing with both codependency and alcoholism — two complex issues that often go hand in hand. But the good news is that this toxic cycle is treatable,...
If My Child Has an Addiction Plus a Mental Illness, Where Do I Start?
If your adult child struggles with addiction, you may already be aware of the connection1 between mental health and substance abuse: “Substance use disorders also co-occur at high prevalence with mental disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), psychotic illness, borderline personality disorder, and antisocial personality disorder.” Which do you address first — and why? Should you tackle the mental health diagnosis first? Would this resolve...
Self-Sabotage in Addiction Recovery: Why Do People Struggle With It?
Embarking on the journey to sobriety is a significant step towards recovery. However, individuals taking on this journey may encounter a powerful obstacle that could hinder their progress and success — self-sabotage. Self-sabotage is a psychological phenomenon where an individual engages in behaviors that disrupt their goals and progress. It is a complex issue with various causes, and it often leads to negative emotions like frustration, sadness, hopelessness, and even...
What To Do When Rehab Doesn’t Work? Find Answers Now!
The journey to overcome substance abuse can be tough. Unfortunately, some treatment options often fail to bring lasting sobriety to many people. If rehab doesn't work for your loved one, it may feel like they've lost the battle. But it's important to remember that relapse is not failure; it's just one checkpoint in the long recovery journey. Everyone can get back on track on the path toward recovery, even if...
Replacing Addiction With a Healthy Obsession: Developing Positive Habits
Addiction can feel like an invisible force pulling your loved one toward a destructive cycle. But what if that pull could be redirected, not to another temptation, but to a healthy obsession? It's not a dream. It's possible, and the journey starts right here. Replacing an addiction with good habits takes commitment, hard work, and a willingness to change, but it is possible. How? Well, here you'll find the answers....
Differences Between Addiction and Obsession: Exploring the Contrast
Have you ever witnessed someone you care about being caught in a cycle of self-destructive behavior? You may be wondering whether it is obsession or addiction. They may appear similar on the surface, but being addicted vs being obsessed have many differences that set them apart. In this article, we will explore the root causes, warning signs, similarities, and distinctions between addiction and obsession. Let's start this journey! Defining Addiction...
Recovery vs Sobriety: They Are More Different Than You Think!
It's normal to wonder what's the difference between two terms: recovery vs sobriety. They are different, and it's essential to understand that they are two separate concepts, each with unique qualities. While sobriety refers to abstinence and avoiding substances, recovery is the process that allows individuals to change their thinking and mindset so they can sustain positive life changes. Do you want to know more? Let's discover the differences between...
The Burdens of Recovery
Recovery is far different from being “clean” or “not using”. When my son, Eric, would come out of jail, the young man I raised would re-emerge… for a day, or two or three. You see, while he was in jail, he was “clean” so the drugs were out of his system. However, soon after being released, Eric fell back into the addiction mindset and began to use again. I asked...
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