Does Drinking Alcohol Affect Recovery From Other Drug Use? Here the burning question is: Does drinking alcohol affect recovery from other drug use? There is also an ongoing debate about whether those trying to overcome addiction from drugs can safely drink or not. Many people feel that if they have never had an issue with […]
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Practising Self-Care In Recovery The term “self-care” conjures up images of a spa or a bubble bath with candles. While it certainly can be those things, it is often deeper than that. Substance abuse is toxic on both a physical and spiritual level, and the process of recovery means undergoing a profound transformational process –
12 Step Program: An Overview The 12 Step program was initially developed by the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill Wilson and Dr Bob Smith (both recovering alcoholics) in 1935. The program provided a system of recovery based on spiritual principles, and due to its success was adapted for many other recovery programs including Narcotics Anonymous,
Understanding The Criteria For Alcohol Use Disorder Alcohol use disorder (AUD), also known as alcoholism, is a complex and multifaceted condition characterized by an inability to control alcohol consumption despite negative consequences. It involves heavy or frequent drinking that leads to emotional distress or physical harm. This disorder can range from mild to severe and
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The Link Between Depression and Addiction Depression and addiction are two interconnected mental health conditions that often co-occur. Depression is a mental illness that affects millions of people worldwide, and it frequently accompanies substance use disorders. This comorbidity is known as a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder. It’s widely accepted that there is a link between mental health issues and substance abuse. The U.S Department of Health states
Using The HALT Method for Relapse Prevention The HALT method is a valuable strategy for preventing relapse in addiction recovery. The key to maintaining sobriety is not only learning to manage triggers but is also a combination of self-care and self-awareness. HALT is a handy acronym that stands for hungry, angry, lonely and tired. Avoiding
Interventions: Do’s and Don’ts for When a Loved One Needs Help The point of an intervention is to motivate an individual to seek treatment for their addiction. These can be extremely emotionally charged situations, and friends and family members are often at a loss for how to deal with a loved one suffering from a substance
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The Most Addictive Drugs and How To Get Help While all drugs are addictive and have the potential for abuse, some are more addictive than others. The answer to which drugs are the most addictive varies according to who you ask. Researchers consider a number of factors when assessing the potential addictiveness of a drug.
The Mental And Physical Effects Of Cocaine Use Cocaine use has been on the rise in recent years, and it is estimated that there are around 24.6 million users worldwide. Once only associated with the wealthy, its powered form has crept into the pub scene in a big way and has almost become as commonplace
Understanding And Managing Triggers Triggers can be both external (people, places, social events, financial troubles) and internal (stress, upsetting emotions, boredom) Although triggers can be different for each person, and individuals should identify their own personal triggers in order to manage them, certain situations are almost guaranteed to prove challenging. No matter how committed you