How to Cope With Mood Swings in Early Recovery

Addiction takes a toll on your mental and physical health. People who live with substance abuse and addiction may experience a range of life-changing, sometimes life-threatening consequences, including chronic illness, new or worsening mental illness symptoms, loss of jobs and relationships, and fatal accidents or overdoses. Choosing to get treatment…

making the most out of addiction treatment

Addiction is a chronic and progressive disease that requires hard work, dedication, and professional help to recover. If you suffer from addiction, the best way to gain and maintain long-term recovery is to attend a professional addiction treatment program. But how do you make the most out of drug rehab? …

bipolar disorder and addiction

Co-occurring disorders are extremely common when it comes to addiction. One of the most common mental health conditions to co-occur with addiction is bipolar disorder. According to research, among individuals with bipolar disorder, about 60% had a lifetime prevalence of substance abuse.[1] Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that…

sober summer

When the temperature rises and the days are long, most of us get excited about all the fun that summer brings. The parties, poolside fun, backyard barbeques–there is so much to do while soaking up the sunny season. While summer can bring fun in the sun, for people in recovery,…

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