• Tips for Making New Friends in Sobriety

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    Recovery from substance use is a tumultuous time. You're sure to face challenges, like the pain of withdrawal and the stress of unanticipated triggers, as [...]

  • Taking Time for Self-Care During Recovery

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    We hear the term "self-care" a lot in everyday conversation — it might bring to mind face masks or iced coffee. But the truth is, [...]

  • Fun Sober Activities

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    Learning how to have fun without the use of drugs or alcohol strengthens your recovery. Recovery is all about relapse prevention. According to addiction expert [...]

  • Effective Treatment Modalities for Successful Recovery

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    A high-quality addiction treatment program will offer both traditional and complementary therapies to help individuals achieve holistic healing. This approach involves a variety of treatment modalities that [...]

  • Recovery Community: Where to Find Yours

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    In many respects, recovery is an isolating experience. You may find that friends and family don't understand your struggle with drug or alcohol addiction, or [...]

  • Drug Rehab Pittsburgh: The Benefits of Local Addiction Treatment

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    Various aspects contribute to your successful recovery. Whether or not you’re from Pennsylvania, the drug rehab Pittsburgh could be worth the travel. When you’re choosing [...]

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    How Will Long Term Rehab Benefit My Recovery?

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    The majority of inpatient addiction treatment programs offer their clients a program that lasts up to 90 days. And while this time period is effective [...]

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    How Your Brain Changes When You Get Sober

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    If you’ve been struggling with substance abuse or addiction for some time, there’s reason to believe that the continued substance abuse has had an impact [...]

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    How to Find the Right AA Sponsor for Your Recovery

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    Have you ever wondered "what is a sponsor in AA?" Many people who consider attending 12-step meetings are curious about what participation entails, what a [...]

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    How a Journal Can Help You Stay Sober

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    If you’ve ever kept a journal, you know how writing down your thoughts and feelings can help with processing difficult emotions and provide a greater [...]

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    Staying Sober Over the Holidays Part 5: Spirit of the Season

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    The holidays offer plenty of time and opportunities for self-reflection. You may have time off around the Christmas season to reflect, or as New Year’s [...]

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    Staying Sober Over the Holidays Part 4: Cope With Cravings

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    The holidays are no ordinary time for your sobriety. The upcoming season can be filled with both negative and positive emotions that can contribute to [...]

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    Staying Sober Over the Holidays Part 2: Reduce Stress

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    The holidays, in addition to the joy the bring, can bring unwanted things, too. The Christmas season, other winter holidays or holiday year-round can be [...]

  • Staying Sober Over the Holidays Part 3: High-Risk Gatherings

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    Finding the strength to stay sober in your day-to-day life is the major lesson of recovery. Early on you'll focus on managing physical cravings and [...]

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    4 Tips for Reconnecting With Family During the Holidays

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    Finding healing from a substance use disorder is far from easy. Recovery during the holidays can add an extra layer of tension, too. In this [...]

  • 5 New Year’s Resolutions to Strengthen Your Recovery

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    Whether you're into making New Year's resolutions or not, the beginning of a new year does, for many people, present an opportunity to make changes [...]