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Living with an addicted spouse can turn your world upside down. What’s supposed to be a loving relationship built on trust is transformed into a life where lies and deceit become commonplace. Sometimes the love you have for your spouse can make you blind to their substance use. Other times, those addicted to drugs or…
You know you need help with addiction, but you’re afraid to tell your boss. One of the main reasons people don’t get addiction treatment is because they’re scared it will ruin their career. While this is a genuine concern, getting your life back and reclaiming your health is the most important consideration. Never let the…
Drug and alcohol misuse are linked to a variety of health conditions. Long-term substance misuse can lead to cancer, heart disease, stroke and other physical issues. Yet some of the most pervasive drug and alcohol-related illnesses can be contracted by anyone who misuses these substances, even those in the earliest stages of substance use. Contracting an…
Many people work their whole lives to build a career and get to the top of their profession only to have an addiction to drugs or alcohol threaten everything. You may be scared to admit you have a problem. You may be wondering if you can be fired for going to rehab. If you or…
Pregnant women who use illegal drugs or even legal substances such as tobacco and alcohol can affect their unborn babies. The use of these substances during pregnancy has been linked to a higher risk of some complications, increased likelihood of preterm births, lower birth weights and other problems for infants. If you are pregnant, it…
For many people, getting sober is a complex process due to outside stressors and influences. One of the biggest influences — and sometimes stressors — for someone wanting to get sober is the fact that they have a partner or spouse that continues to use alcohol. The partner who continues to drink or use can…
Summertime, with its longer days and pleasant weather, usually means more outdoor events and parties. From pool parties to weddings and backyard BBQs, these events often have one thing in common — alcohol. While alcohol and summertime socialization may go hand in hand for many individuals, this combination can prove tempting for recovering addicts. It…
As the United States death toll from COVID-19 continues to rise, attention is turning to a hidden epidemic causing even more indirect fatalities from the virus. New data from Well Being Trust forecasts that a further 75,000 Americans will suffer deaths of despair in response to the pandemic. This troubling figure draws attention to the need for…
Making life-changing decisions during times of upheaval is always a challenge. Due to the emergence of COVID-19, many people don’t know when they will go back to work or find another job or even be able to hang out with friends without fear. For those with an active addiction, the uncertainty is even greater and…
As humans, we tend to surround ourselves with people who share common interests, ideas and hobbies. We’re hard-wired for seeking similarities in others — it makes us feel heard, comfortable and safe. It goes without saying, then, that if you used to be — or currently are — a big drinker, then your friends are too. …