Over the years, experts have learned so much about the brain, addiction, and recovery. They’ve studied the effects of methamphetamine, alcoholism, and other drugs on the body and the brain. They’ve seen that it’s possible for the brain to heal and repair itself in most cases, which could inspire hope and courage in someone. In…
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If you’re new to recovery, there are some very basic steps you can take to ensure sobriety. It’s difficult for anyone to go from addiction to sobriety and vow to never drink or use drugs again. As you may already know, making a change like that is going to require support. You can get that…
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If you’re spouse, sibling, child, or parent is in recovery, you’re probably a big support for them. And you’re likely a witness to the ups and downs of their recovery. Relapse can be a difficult experience for both the recovering addict as well as the loved one supporting them. However, as a loved one concerned…
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There is a high percentage of people in recovery who relapse. Close to 80% of recovering addicts experience relapse. However, the causes of relapse are most often identifiable and preventable, especially if you know what to look for. This article will discuss the importance of acknowledging that relapse is a real possibility, while also remembering…
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Sleep is an incredibly important part of a person’s health. When you’re not sleeping well, you’re more vulnerable to being irritable, angry, and clumsy. Your relapse triggers are more easily going to get under your skin. You might get angry at the slightest amount of stress. And you might even become clumsy, hurting yourself or…
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Impulsivity can be a lot of fun in the right moments. For instance, let’s say you’ve put your time into your job and you feel like you’re caught up with everything. On the way to work on one sunny and beautiful day, you have the idea to call in sick, call a friend, and go…
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One of the main reasons why people end up using drugs and alcohol on a regular basis is because it helps them cope with emotional, psychological, or physical pain. When pain feels too overwhelming, a person can begin to feel anxious, tense, and stressed. And this in turn, can drive a person to drinking or…
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Those who have been in the field of addiction and recovery can see what works and what doesn’t. They can see the patterns that are successful in addiction recovery and those that become the obstacles that lead to relapse. If a person in recovery were looking for the fundamental components to healing, growth, and staying…
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We all need time for self-care. Although it’s often the last thing on a person’s priority list, for someone who is working to make changes in their life, self-care is essential. When you give yourself time to read, take a hot bath, or go for a long walk, you support your emotional balance, physical health,…
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The ability to know what you’re feeling and when is called emotional awareness. Not everyone has this ability and it takes some time to build. However, it’s vital that those who are in recovery from addiction develop some emotional awareness in order to heal.