Personal Boundaries in Addiction Recovery
Boundaries are the limits we place on others in order to keep ourselves safe emotionally and physically. Positive self-esteem and self-worth are important in being [...]
What is Alcohol Use Disorder?
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a substance use disorder characterized by excessive, uncontrollable drinking that impacts a person physically, emotionally, and socially. People may commonly [...]
Co-Occurring Disorders: Treating Mental Health and Addiction
Tackling an addiction can be difficult enough, but often a struggle with substance use goes hand-in-hand with a mental health disorder. These two conditions occurring [...]
8 Tips for Maintaining Positive Mental Health
Your mental health is much more than a state of mind — it's your overall perception of yourself and the world around you, and it [...]
How to Manage Your First Year of Sobriety
If you've recently completed treatment for a substance use disorder, then you’ve reached an important milestone in your recovery; however, this is not the end [...]
5 Addiction Recovery Apps to Check Out
Recovery from a substance use disorder is a journey. Though it offers many benefits and rewards, there are also difficulties and challenges involved. However, you [...]
How to Cope if Your Child Has Attempted Suicide
When a child tries to take their own life, it is difficult for a parent to comprehend their decision. While there may be warning signs, [...]
How Do You Know If You Have a Drinking Problem
Alcohol is a usual denominator in many social situations, and most people are able to drink moderately without it becoming an issue. Unfortunately, this isn’t [...]
Understanding Depression Relapses and Why They Occur
Depression can be debilitating, but it's also treatable with a combination of medication, therapy, and self-care. Even with an effective treatment plan, depression has a [...]
What Does a Mental Health Assessment Cover?
Mental health disorders can be disruptive to one’s life and his or her loved ones, but the good news is they're often treatable. Treating behavioral [...]