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What Keeps Us Sober Being an active member of a recovery community, I watch a lot of people come in and out. Unfortunately, for as many people that enter recovery, very few stick around. Just when I think, “Yup, that guys got what it takes!” he disappears and is never heard from again. From an
Surviving Memorial Day Weekend Memorial Day is a day that commemorates all the men and women who have died while bravely serving our country. Typically, people enjoy this extended weekend by enjoying delicious food and a cold beverage with friends and family. However, for some this is a dangerous time. 17.6 million people have a
Is Spring Break Really Fun in the Sun? Spring break means time off from school, studying and time to blow off some overdue steam. Over the years, spring break has become a tradition synonymous with alcohol, sex and the beach. A few years ago, Girls Gone Wild brought spring break debauchery to a new level,
Which Brother Will Win in Super Bowl XLVII? It will be exciting to watch two coaches who are brothers (Jim and John Harbaugh) compete in the Super Bowl this Sunday. The Harbaugh family interaction of encouragement, support and love is one that many addicts wish they had. The disease of addiction likes to tear families
Introduction to the 12 Step Program The Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) twelve-step program is the most widely attended self-help program for those who are recovering from alcoholism. 12 Step Program have been used to help people recover from a variety of addictive behaviors such as drug and alcohol abuse to compulsive shopping, sex addictions and overeating.
Isolation: The Curse of the Addict There is a saying in recovery rooms which states, “Addiction is the only disease that tells you that you are alright.” One of the behaviors of addicts in recovery is the propensity toward isolation. Most people involved in recovery understand the role of meetings, support groups, therapy and spiritual
Find Support for Addiction in 12-Step Programs The reality for someone who suffers from alcohol abuse is if they don’t take the first drink then they will not get drunk. This action is easier said than done. When it comes to alcoholism, the suffering person spends the vast majority of their time thinking about when
Sober Living at College College students who complete a drug and alcohol rehab program, or have entered recovery, are anxious about returning to college life which is surrounded by relapse triggers, as well as many people who are entering college for the first time who have had a drug and alcohol problem. Many times students
What Keeps You Sober? After going to rehab, you need to find something that will help you keep focused and balanced. Many people rely on AA meetings to help them keep in check. If they feel like they are slipping, they can rely on the fellowship. Although this is a popular option, this is not
SAMHSA’s National Prevention Week Promotes Education & Awareness Mental illness and substance abuse affect millions of people. According to the 2011 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 45.6 million adults had a mental illness. Out of that number, 8 million people met the criteria for a substance use disorder. Many people go without
