One of the many questions people have about sober living is how to address employment for recovering addicts. As addicts begin the process of recovery, sooner or later their attention will shift to the necessities of daily life. Although learning how to embrace a sober lifestyle and building a new and healthy life that revolves around recovery becomes…
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Sober Living Vs Rehab Centers When it comes to sober living vs. rehab, many people don’t understand the difference. . They are two different places with completely different roles in the recovery of patients. The primary role of a rehab facility is to help the addict recover from substance abuse. Some rehab centers that follow…
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The Long Term Effects of Cocaine Studies on the long term effects of cocaine on the body and mind have revealed a great deal of information. Researchers have found that with repeated exposure to cocaine, the brain starts to adapt, resulting in the reward pathway becoming less sensitive to natural reinforcers. While this is going…
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What is the Opioid Epidemic? Every news agency is reporting heavily on the opioid addiction, but what is the opioid epidemic exactly? In this article, we’ll explore the deadly truths surrounding drug overdose deaths and the link between substance abuse and mental health What Exactly are Opiates? The term “Opiates” actually refers to a roster…
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How to Confront an Addict If you’re wondering how to confront an addict, there are several steps that can be taken to increase your chance of success. From looking for signs in their behavior to researching treatment centers, the items on this list can provide some insight into how to confront an addict while remaining…
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How to Find an AA Meeting It has never been easier to find a local AA meeting thanks to today’s technology. AA meetings are popular and help augment the support addicts receive at an outpatient support program. For those wondering how to find an AA meeting, here are some of our favorite resources. As you…
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What is a sober living home’s role in recovery? A sober living home helps guide residents who are trying to stop drinking or using drugs through the recovery process. Such homes provide a sober living environment in a residential setting. Like halfway houses, they help transition residents from addiction and recovery back into society. Sober…
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You can and probably should finish your degree, even when you’re concentrating on your recovery. One major reason is the financial benefit; the more educated you are, the more likely you are to gain employment and increase your income.1 More than 37 million people have attended college but never earned a degree.2 Let’s take a…
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Getting sober is a huge accomplishment, but staying sober can pose an even greater challenge. Addiction is a chronic condition, and the risk of relapse is real. You may be feeling excited and positive about your bright future, but first you need to learn to deal with the days one at a time without derailing…
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It can be devastating for parents to discover that their child is addicted to drugs or alcohol. Parents who have dealt with an adult child suffering from addiction commonly experience initial feelings of guilt and hopelessness. It is not unusual for them to feel that they are to blame for the fact that their child…
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