Inspiring Sober Celebrities Today, we have a long list of inspiring sober celebrities as many high-profile celebrities have bravely shared their personal journeys to sobriety, providing hope and inspiration to others struggling with addiction. The recent defamation case between Johnny Depp and his ex-wife Amber Heard has dominated social media feeds and news headlines alike. […]
Urge Surfing as a Recovery Technique An urge is defined as a strong desire or impulse, and those in addiction recovery are usually no strangers to this experience. Intense cravings for drugs or alcohol can be extremely difficult to cope with, and it’s imperative that those in recovery have a plan to manage them. Understanding
Prescription Drug Addiction Part 1: Opioids Soaring opioid-related mortality in the USA and Canada over the past 25 years has brought the opioid epidemic into the limelight. Media coverage such as the Netflix documentary The Pharmacist has focused on this long-entrenched problem and has highlighted the issue of prescription drug abuse. Opioids, in particular, seem to
Unpacking The Rock Bottom Myth The first problem with the idea of “rock bottom” is that there is no concrete definition of what it is. It will most likely vary from person to person, although it implies the loss of resources associated with addiction. One of the most striking myths surrounding addiction is the idea
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
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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Process Addiction Process addiction is a psychological dependence that causes mental and emotional turmoil to those attempting to stop the particular behaviour. Additionally, process addictions often rewire the brain’s reward system in much the same way as substance addiction. Addiction comes in many forms, and although it is assumed that a physical dependence is required
For most people, addiction is often a secret, personal burden. The old adage that “admitting you have a problem is the first step to recovery” certainly carries weight. But for most, admitting the problem means that the years of trying to show that they had control of their unmanageable lives is then exposed. Once you
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