Which of the 5 Stages of Addiction are You in Right Now?
First of all, if you’re struggling with substance use, you’re not alone. More than 21 million people were treated for substance use disorders (SUD) last year, according to SAMHSA. The number doesn’t include the millions of untreated cases of SUD. …
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Understanding the Prevalence of Teen Drug and Alcohol Use
Adolescents today have unlimited access to a variety of dangerous substances that will get them high. Unfortunately, they don’t seem to be afraid of experimenting with any combination of these substances. As a result, every year, over 1.5 million underage …
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Alcohol IQ Quiz: Discover Some Things You Need to Know
Do you really know enough about the dangers of alcohol? Most people think they do. But, if you take this alcohol IQ quiz, it’s possible you’ll discover some things you haven’t been aware of. The goal of the quiz is …
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Why Words Matter When Talking About Addiction
The words we use when talking about addiction can unintentionally hurt or offend a person who is struggling with substance use disorder (SUD). Since we’ve used the same words for so long, we don’t stop to think about the negative …
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How Life Skills Training Helps Prevent Relapse
Recovering from addiction requires a combination of techniques that allow a person to navigate life’s daily challenges without the need for drugs or alcohol as a coping tool. For that reason, most addiction treatment programs include life skills training as …
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Afraid You’ll Relapse During the Holidays? Try These Tips
If you are in recovery from addiction, the upcoming holidays may have you worried. You aren’t sure about your ability to remain sober if you attend gatherings that serve alcoholic beverages. Of course, you aren’t the only one struggling with …
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