Managing Bipolar Disorder and Alcohol or Drug Addiction
Bipolar disorder is a complex diagnosis that makes it difficult to recognize and treat. To complicate matters further, people with bipolar disorder tend to experience higher rates of alcohol and drug abuse. Someone suffering from bipolar disorder and alcohol or drug...
2021: Making Healthy, Realistic Recovery Resolutions
Resolutions are an exciting element of the New Year. They bring with them a sense of adventure and hope. They provide relief from the past and the motivation to make the new year better than the last. After a Difficult 2020, We Can Create New Goals and Dreams for 2021...
The Dangers of a “High-Functioning” Addiction
Addiction, if left untreated, is a degenerative disease. It breaks down physical and emotional health, mental capacity, relationships, financial stability, and more. Given the potential for drastic outcomes, it’s easy to think that we can recognize a person who is...
Why the Holidays Can Be Especially Hard for People in Recovery
The well-known Christmas carol may indicate that it’s the most wonderful time of the year, but for people in recovery from a substance use disorder, the holiday season can be a minefield of relapse triggers. This post highlights several of these triggers and offers...
Thanksgiving: The Alcohol-Free Edition
If you are recovering from a substance use disorder or supporting someone in recovery, the holidays may pose a huge source of anxiety. They can serve as a reminder of past holidays gone wrong or of a time when alcohol could provide an escape from family tensions....Contact Us: (877) 977-3268
