Drinking has become such a normalized activity in society that it can be difficult to know how much drinking is too much, especially in the beginning. When we have a loved one and addiction becomes a concern, it may become difficult to determine when to intervene and ask them to seek addiction treatment. Addiction often…
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The holidays are upon us, and you may be getting a bit anxious. Whether this is your first sober holiday or you have been through several, you still know how difficult it can be at times to have sober celebrations with friends. One thing that helps is having sober friends who are willing to forgo…
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You will receive many rehab tips that are designed to help you succeed. One of the most helpful is how to set boundaries during treatment. You are setting out to make your life better, and there will be people who will fight you on this. You would think others would be pleased with your decision…
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When someone asks, “How much does the opioid epidemic cost” they are often talking about what this epidemic is doing to our country, communities, and economy. It’s important to understand just how devastating opioid addiction can be. Even if it starts because of prescription misuse, it can lead to long-term losses that are hard to…
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You’ve gone through a lot in your life. Drug and alcohol addiction isn’t easy, and it does not seem like something you should be giving thanks for. Yet, even those with a difficult road can learn how to be grateful during the holidays. No matter where you are during your journey right now, our team…
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Are you working through recovery? Does social media seem to be limiting your success? That’s not uncommon. Social media can encourage drug and alcohol use. It may even put you at risk for engaging in these substances during your sobriety. You don’t want to find yourself at risk, but how can you navigate social media…
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Do you need some tips to keep track of your drinks? Quitting drinking can be a challenge. Before an individual develops a dependency or addiction, they are usually abusing alcohol. One way to avoid alcohol use disorder is by keeping a strict count of the drink had. To be clear, a person that is sober…
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There is a lot to do today. You have so many tasks on your to-do list, meetings, and problems to solve. Yet, if you are in recovery from using drugs and alcohol, understanding how to have a productive workday can be a bit more difficult. That’s because the way you think is different now. With…
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It’s a long day. You’re tired and feeling the tension and stress of the day, physically and emotionally. Drinking after work seems like a good way to get rid of some of that. It may feel like the only thing to get you through the night. Yet, the dangers of drinking after work are numerous.…
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For those in recovery, life has likely changed a great deal. You may not think about drugs or alcohol as often. You may have worked to achieve new things in your life. You may even feel grateful. Now, giving back after recovery becomes a vital part of your life and your way forward. At Santé…
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