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Willing Away Addiction: Can Pure Willpower End Substance Abuse?

by greatoaks | Mar 26, 2021 | Addiction | 0 comments

Our beliefs are powerful. They dictate how we see ourselves, how we see others, and how we understand substance use disorders. Some people believe that substance abuse recovery depends on willpower. Others believe that addiction is a disease and that recovery requires...

What’s the Buzz?: Benzodiazepines and the Body

by greatoaks | Mar 9, 2021 | Addiction, Drug Abuse | 0 comments

So, what’s the buzz on benzodiazepines, one of the most commonly prescribed types of sedatives in the United States? Benzodiazepines, or benzos, work by influencing specific brain receptors, desensitizing them to make them less aware of stimuli. The intended outcome...

What to Look for When Choosing a Sponsor

by Taylor Appel | Mar 1, 2021 | Addiction, Al-Anon | 0 comments

Choosing a sponsor can be a daunting task, especially while immersed in a recovery program, but it doesn’t have to be. There are simple qualities and characteristics to look for in an individual while considering who may further empower you on your road to recovery....

How Alcohol Addiction May Affect Your Liver

by Taylor Appel | Feb 9, 2021 | Addiction, Alcohol Abuse | 0 comments

Alcohol addiction can be an overwhelming challenge to overcome. It often requires professional treatment and a lifelong commitment to sobriety. However, risk factors associated with regular drinking make recovery well worth the effort. Alcohol & the Liver...

What Happens in the Body When We Become Addicted to Drugs and Alcohol

by Taylor Appel | Jan 25, 2021 | Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Drug Abuse | 0 comments

Many remain unaware that addiction is a physical disease. They assume that addiction occurs from a lack of self-control or willingness to remain abstinent, but the truth is that addiction changes the way our bodies function. In particular, it affects the brain and the...

Embracing Substance-Free Self-Love This Valentine’s Day

by greatoaks | Jan 20, 2021 | Addiction, Recovery | 0 comments

Sunday, February 14th, 2021. As Valentine’s Day approaches–the day of romance, roses, poetry, and kisses–some will celebrate, some will be annoyed, and some will feel lonely. Valentine’s Day as an Inspiration But despite the corniness, the Hallmark...