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If you are battling a substance use disorder and you’ve chosen to get healthy, this difficult and brave accomplishment should be celebrated. Yet, many people find once they stop using drugs, they feel bored, uninspired or downright unhappy. This is a difficult experience, and you may even be second-guessing your sobriety. However, a period of…
Life is full of wonderful moments worth celebrating. From engagements and anniversaries to promotions and birthday parties, these events offer a bright spot in our calendars. Most people mark these occasions by popping the bubbly or pouring the wine. However, there are plenty of alcohol-free ways to celebrate life’s momentous events. 10 Alcohol-Free Ways to…
While some people see them as funny or harmless, stereotypes have far-reaching and dangerous consequences. These issues are especially apparent in the subject of homosexuality and gay drug use. Many stereotypes of gay men portray them as chronic drug users. While most research agrees that sexual minorities, including the gay community, are at a higher risk for…
Chicago is known for many things — world-class sports teams, deep-dish pizza, Chicago-style hot dogs and an infamous, storied history of organized crime. While the days of gangsters and prohibition-age bootlegging are long gone, a modern crime wave has swept the city, making Chicago a heroin hot spot. As the heart of Midwest travel and…
Because June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, it is important to acknowledge the link between PTSD and other issues it can lead to. PTSD is commonly associated with war, as many returning veterans are diagnosed with the disorder, but people of all ages can have PTSD from different events. Anyone who has undergone trauma…
June is Men’s Health Month, highlighting the different precautions men can take to prioritize their health and prevent future issues. Throughout the month, there are different ways men can look after their health through screenings, outreach activities and health fairs. The Importance of Men’s Health Month While Men’s Health Month brings awareness to men’s physical…
With the football season at an end, sports fans are looking forward to one of the biggest, most exciting events in the sports year — March Madness. The NCAA Division I collegiate men’s basketball tournament has been played since 1939 and is now a yearly tradition. Fans transform into avid enthusiasts, donning jerseys and bragging…
As the fastest-growing minority group in the U.S., Asian Americans have made multiple advancements in the U.S., and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebrates those achievements. However, this minority group faces other challenges that can lead to difficulties. Although Asian Americans have a lower percentage of substance use disorders than other minority groups in the U.S.,…
April is Stress Awareness Month, which is a great time to reflect on the stressful situations we often experience every day and how we handle them. Developing a routine to handle stress can prevent unhealthy habits, such as self-medicating with drugs or alcohol. The Importance of Stress Awareness Month Because everyone undergoes stress in some way,…
Friends and family members play a vital role in helping a loved one in recovery. It’s critical to offer love and support to the person in recovery and plan ways to help them stay on track. As the spouse, friend or family member of a person in recovery, you may feel excited to start a…
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