by Dana Hinders | Jan 1, 2022 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Mental health struggles often go hand in hand with substance use disorders. For a lasting recovery, it’s vital that you take steps to address any mental health challenges that could be placing your sobriety at risk. While languishing is not a diagnosable mental health...
by Dana Hinders | Dec 26, 2021 | Addiction, Recovery
The causes of addiction aren’t fully understood. Genetic factors play a role, so people who have parents, siblings, or other close blood relatives who have substance use disorders face a higher risk. However, genetics aren’t destiny. Environmental factors...
by Dana Hinders | Dec 13, 2021 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
As the start of the new year approaches, you may be thinking of making one or more recovery-related New Year’s resolutions. While setting goals is a great way to keep yourself motivated to continue making progress in your recovery journey, you can take the process one...
by Dana Hinders | Dec 4, 2021 | Addiction
It’s not always easy to recognize when someone has developed an addiction to drugs or alcohol. In many cases, a substance disorder develops gradually and the affected individual is able to hide their behavior from those who are closest to them. The More You Know...
by Dana Hinders | Nov 27, 2021 | Addiction, Drug Treatment
Rising potency levels have led to steady increases in the number of people seeking treatment for marijuana use disorders. The risk of a marijuana use disorder is highest in those who began using the drug as teens, with people under age 18 four to seven times more...