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Uplifting Podcasts

Once considered a novel pastime called “audio blogging,” podcasts are now a popular form of...
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Using Exercise to Help With Recovery

Here’s a fast fact: exercise and substance use both activate the release of dopamine, endorphins,...
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Why Substance Use Might Increase During the Holidays

While many people eagerly anticipate the togetherness and good cheer of the holiday season, it’s...
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Talking to Relatives About Your Addiction Recovery

There you are, standing by the buffet table at your grandmother’s house, when Uncle Fred...
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The Connection Between Depression and Addiction

About Depression There’s a strong connection between depression and substance use disorder (SUD) and alcohol...
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Helping Men With Addiction Treatment

While we don’t want to split aspects of health by gender, it’s important to note...
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New to Working “the Steps”? Here’s What to Do

Tips for Working the 12 Steps So you completed inpatient rehabilitation facility treatment and learned...
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Including More Sober Friends in Your Life

We’re just going to say it: it’s hard making friends as an adult. If you’re...
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How to Improve Sleep

Whether you have insomnia after addiction treatment, sleep issues because of chronic pain, or a...
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Staying Busy During Recovery

Changing your life patterns after inpatient rehabilitation treatment might leave you with some extra time....
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