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Facing Down Addiction and Recovery Stigma in Everyday Life
In a perfect world, everyone would admire the feat of recovery — or at least mind their own business. Until then, here are a few tips for dealing with bad attitudes.
The Power of Creativity on Mental Health — For Veterans and Everyone Else
Art therapy and creative expression are formidable tools for addressing addiction issues and mental health disorders. They're also fun!
Navigating Mental Health Issues in Recovery: Part of Journey
Dealing with co-occurring disorders like depression or PTSD in recovery takes courage. Our message for Mental Health Awareness Month? There's every reason to have hope.
The Health Myth of Alcohol in Moderation?
For decades, studies claimed that some alcohol consumption carried health benefits, but a new analysis finds their methodology was often flawed. Other recent research concludes no amount of alcohol is safe.
Breaking Through Peer Pressure: Substances Edition
However you feel about alcohol, drugs and sobriety, you probably don't like being peer pressured! But it can happen in sly and persuasive ways. Get yourself geared up to respond.
Addiction Impacts the Whole Family, But Recovery Heals. Here’s How
In active addiction, the pain gets spread around. But your loved one needs your support in recovery, difficult as the dynamics may be. Our guide to getting better together.
Is a Sober Living House Right for My Recovery?
Going from addiction treatment to full-on "real life" in sobriety is daunting! Here's a resource that can smooth the transition.
How Much Alcohol Is Too Much — And How Can I Cut Back?
Knowledge is power, and April is Alcohol Awareness Month. What better time to learn how to be clear-eyed about your consumption? A few tips.
FDA Approves Over-the-Counter Narcan Sales in Major Move To Curb Overdoses
A critical medication for preventing opioid overdose deaths will now be available on store shelves nationwide, no prescription needed.
Does a ‘High-Functioning’ Person Need Help?
The question is precisely why the term "high functioning" is broadly unhelpful. Plenty of "successful" people struggle with addiction and mental health conditions, and they deserve care.
Is My Friend or Loved One Going Through Addiction?
How can I tell, and what can I do to help? A supportive, compassionate presence is a difference-maker to those suffering addiction or starting recovery. Here's how you can be one.
Bipolar Disorder and Addiction: Recovery Is Possible
Substance use disorders frequently co-occur with this mood disorder, which impacts around 7 million American adults. But have hope: Today, both are more treatable than ever.