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Many factors contribute to a person’s likelihood of developing an addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. Scientists have debated whether substance use disorders are born of nature or nurture, or a combination of both. Presently, there is widespread acceptance of the latter, with most research pointing to addiction as the result of genetics and the environment. …
What is Alcohol Abuse? Alcohol affects people in different ways. Some people enjoy a drink with food or in certain social settings. Others might even drink alcohol to cope with depression or self-esteem issues. When people have reached the point where they are unable to control their alcohol consumption, this is known as alcohol abuse. …
Much of the time and attention when it comes to addiction is focused on the people who are addicted. They aren’t the only ones suffering though. Family members can also suffer greatly as a result of having an addict in the house. One of the biggest dangers for a partner of an addict is codependency …
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One of the major appeals of using illicit substances is the high that people get from them. It’s that high that those who suffer from addiction are constantly chasing. For someone in recovery, trying to recreate that high without turning to drugs can be difficult. It’s unfortunately what leads so many people to relapse. The …
Although most people today recognize that cocaine is addictive, thousands are still drawn to it. As many as 1,800 Americans experiment with cocaine for the first time each day. Ranked as the second most addictive drug in the world, cocaine is nothing to mess around with. Abuse of it can quickly land you a one-way …
Depression affects millions of people a year. Many people who suffer from depression do so without anyone around them even knowing. Unfortunately, because such people hide their depression, they don’t get the help that they need. Oftentimes, people suffering from depression will turn to drugs or alcohol as a way to self-medicate and feel better. …
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You’ve likely heard the phrase, “You can’t pour from an empty cup” before but how often do you apply this to your life? The only way to be at peace with yourself is by embracing the numerous responsibilities and taking some time to focus on what is essential. This includes self-care and recovery. If you …
Substance use disorder (SUD) is a complex disease. It takes a heavy toll on your body and your mind. But have you ever considered how much of a toll it takes on your spirit? A successful recovery from addiction depends on physical, mental, and spiritual recovery from addiction and repairing the connections between the three. …
Suicide was the tenth leading cause of death in the United States in 2019, accounting for twice as many deaths as homicides. Suicidal ideation is the largest warning sign of the potential to commit suicide. Suicidal ideation is the contemplation of suicide or the desire to commit suicide. However, there are different forms of suicidal …
Forgiveness in sobriety is difficult. For those of us who love an addict, it can seem like we’re always forgiving them for past indiscretions with no end in sight. And for those who are addicts, the feelings of self-loathing and shame feel like impossible obstacles to overcome. Hence why it becomes easier to continue using. …