Things that are worth doing are rarely easy. As such, many people approaching recovery from addiction should not necessarily expect their new life to be simple or entirely straightforward. Adjusting to the sober life can be draining, as you cycle through a tornado of emotions, which can leave you feeling unsteady and confused. However, it…
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For decades, experts have noted a relationship between women’s low self-esteem and addiction. In the past, addiction only referred to substance abuse. However, now that term can refer to anything from food addiction, internet addiction, shopping addiction, to gambling addiction, all of which can lead to low self-esteem. In some cases, addiction can mask a…
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Whether you’ve been sober for a week, a month, a year, or ten years, it’s important to celebrate your milestones in recovery. Many women who have been in recovery for addiction set aside specific times or days to remember the special events in their recovery. That said when you’re trying to remain sober and avoid…
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When people are abusing alcohol, opioids, or other substances, they may assume that their addiction only affects them. Unfortunately, this is not true. Addiction is rather like a drop of food coloring in a glass of water; it starts in one spot, then permeates outward until it touches everyone involved. As a result, when someone…
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If you have been struggling with drinking too much lately, you may ask yourself, “Am I an alcoholic?” This is a normal question to ask if you feel that alcohol has been interfering in key areas of your life, such as your family, finances, health, job, or just living from day-to-day. Admitting that you have…
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Drug addiction is a disease that affects both your mind and body. It is characterized by specific behaviors that you may exhibit as a result of long-term use. Signs of drug addiction often appear within a month and continue until you seek treatment. How do you know if you are addicted? If you can’t stop…
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Alcohol addiction can destroy nearly every area of your life: family, job, finances, health. It impacts people of all ages and has far-reaching consequences. One of the main reasons why alcoholism can be destructive is that people often don’t recognize or acknowledge the signs of alcohol addiction until it’s too late. Regardless of the severity…
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Not everyone requires inpatient care for addiction. A person who can manage their addiction but needs counseling may be better suited for outpatient treatment instead. The benefits of outpatient treatment include a continuum of care, flexible scheduling, and access to resources that are available in inpatient care. Which type of treatment is right for you?…
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Why are drinking deaths among women at an all-time high? According to a recent report from the NIAAA, alcohol-related deaths have more than DOUBLED. From 1999 to 2017 – less than a generation – drinking deaths jumped from 36,000 to over 76,000. 10% of ALL deaths in the United States are due to excessive drinking.…
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Laura McKowen is an inspiration to recovering female alcoholics around the globe. This Coloradoan got past her own addictions, and has become a well known author, teacher, and speaker. Her book, “We are the Luckiest, The Magic of a Sober Life,” offers addicts a new kind of hope. Apart from her Instagram account and Facebook…
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