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Stress and Addiction: How They Work Together

Stress affects everyone differently and can stem from many different life events. Whether stress is related to significant past traumatic experiences or new changes, it’s important to know how it can contribute to health conditions like addiction.  There is a link between stress and substance use. Many studies show stress is a leading risk factor […]

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How to Reconnect with Family After Addiction Recovery

One of the most challenging aspects of recovering from addiction can be reconnecting with family members. The role that families play in recovery can be important, so while it may be difficult, rebuilding those relationships can also be beneficial. Reconnecting with family after addiction recovery takes time and is rooted in building trust. Building relationships […]

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A young lady is having a conversation with his brother about his addiction and getting treatment.

How to Help Someone with Addiction Get Treatment

There is more to addiction than substance abuse. It is a disease that slowly develops through long-term changes to the brain, accelerated by mental health problems like depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Once addiction takes hold of someone you love, it can be a very difficult process to break through the habits and rediscover the person […]

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What is a Sober Living Home?

Sober living homes provide a buffer between recovery facilities and the outside world. They are safe spaces for individuals struggling with substance abuse and addiction to transition back into society without relapsing.  Also called transitional housing, many sober living homes accept people who have not already completed a rehabilitation program and need a place to […]

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Why Therapy & Counselling is Essential for Addiction Recovery

If addiction has felt mentally draining, you’re not alone.  Addiction is more than a physical dependence on a substance—it’s emotional and psychological too. It’s something complex that doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all solution.  Managing addiction is an ongoing process, and you should be proud of how far you’ve come. Since it’s an ongoing journey, therapy and […]

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How to Help Prevent a Former Addict from Relapsing

It is undeniably challenging to support a loved one as they navigate recovery—whether it’s your friend, parent, sibling, child, or another relationship. We know how emotionally draining it can be when you spend so much energy just wanting them to be okay. It’s especially difficult when you’re unsure of the resources available to you or […]

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Recovery is About Discovery: How Finding a Hobby Can Help You Stay Sober

There is no one right way to stay sober, and tools from mindfulness to faith can help those in recovery. In general, however, the best relapse prevention plan is to  create a life worth living. People with hobbies tend to have better physical and mental health, both key components to staying sober. Hobbies provide a […]

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