What Are Delirium Tremens Symptoms?
Many people avoid getting help for alcohol use disorders because they fear uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. Delirium tremens (DTs) is a condition that can arise when you have been drinking heavily and stop. It can pose a serious risk to your health, but not everyone experiences DTs, and the risk of continuing to abuse alcohol is […]
Are You a High Functioning Addict? 15 Questions to Ask Yourself
Your life doesn’t have to be falling apart to have a serious addiction. There are plenty of people who are living seemingly normal lives but dealing with a serious substance use disorder. Online and in the news, there are countless stories of teachers, physicians, CEOs, government officials, and others who are keeping up appearances and […]
How an Alcoholic Parent Affects Adult Children
Not many people escape the effects of an alcoholic parent unscathed. The unpredictable environment, lack of trust, relationship challenges, and fear can greatly wound a child who depends on their parents for physical and emotional safety. The parent-child power imbalance is helpful and healthy in homes without substance abuse. But it can make for […]
How to Help an Alcoholic Who Doesn’t Want Help
If your loved one is struggling with addiction but refuses treatment, you might feel helpless, scared, and frustrated. There’s no magic formula for how to get someone to go to rehab. You can’t force an adult to go to drug or alcohol addiction treatment, but there are some ways you can help them gain the […]
Things to Do Instead of Drinking
Coming up with a list of things to do instead of drinking alcohol can be particularly challenging for those in the early stages of recovery. You’re probably used to spending more time than you even realized thinking about and using alcohol. When drinking is no longer a viable option for passing the time or occupying […]
Why Avoiding Family During the Holidays Might Be the Best Way to Take Care of Yourself
The holidays can be a time of increased stress, and even conflict. And, unfortunately, they can be a time of relapse for recovering drug and alcohol addicts. There are many reasons relapse might occur during holidays, including: These feelings and experiences can sometimes be heightened around family, and the pressure to be around family is […]
14 Sober New Year’s Eve Ideas
New year, new you! Wondering what to do this New Year’s Eve now that you’re sober? There are plenty of fun ways to celebrate without alcohol or other substances. Many activities that you found enjoyable before your recovery are also enjoyable sober; yet, careful consideration and planning are necessary to prevent relapse. While it\’s important […]
7 Great Gifts for Someone in Recovery
‘Tis the season to be thinking about gifts for people you love in your life! Choosing what to buy for friends and family isn’t always the easiest task, but it can be especially hard for a loved one in recovery. There are some gifts that are clearly off-limits, such as a bottle of wine or […]
Drugs in the Military: How They Affect Our Troops
When you think of the military, you probably don’t think of substance abuse. The regimented, efficient nature of the military leaves little room to imagine soldiers struggling with alcohol or drug abuse. Unfortunately, many United States military members struggle with substance abuse. Service in the military itself may drive some soldiers to use substances. It’s […]
Are Antidepressants Addictive?
According to the CDC, about one in six adults will experience depression at some point in their lives. Depression often goes hand in hand with other mental illnesses, like anxiety and substance use disorders. Fortunately, depression is treatable. Many people choose to treat their depression through therapies, lifestyle changes, or medications like antidepressants. No matter […]
