Category: Sober living

Its key characteristics can range from regular substance use to cravings and dependence, severe effects, loss of control, risky behavior, tolerance, social isolation, physical and mental health decline, etc. Research indicates a strong correlation between experiences of trauma and the development of substance use disorders. Individuals who have endured trauma are significantly more inclined to…

As a reminder, just because you experience a craving, it does not mean you’ve lost control or haven’t made meaningful progress. Breaking this loop can help a person overcome alcohol cravings and manage their alcohol intake. They can break this loop by avoiding triggers when possible, distracting themselves in the moment, and practicing relaxation techniques.…

The title track reached No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it their first single to reach the Top 20. They went on tour again with the Jonas Brothers the following year and was romantically linked to Joe Jonas around this time. At a young age, Lovato and her family tried very hard to…

High alcohol levels will also diminish hormones that can help proper kidney functions. Excessive amounts of alcohol will also dehydrate your body and impair the cells that are necessary for the kidneys to do their job. When alcohol enters your system, your brain slows down your reflexes and ability to time your movements. Drinking can…

Long-term drug rehab centers typically offer at least 60 days of inpatient rehab based on the needs of the client, but may last up to a year or longer for more severe cases of addiction. This 90-day inpatient treatment facility offers clients evidence-based services such as MAT, counseling services, and treatment for co-occurring disorders. Friendship…

You will want to understand what will be asked of you in order to decide what treatment best suits your needs. Matching the right therapy to the individual is important to its success. It may also be helpful to determine whether the treatment will be adapted to meet changing needs as they arise. This is…

But a lot of AA members don’t understand why it’s okay. Our alcoholism often runs far deeper than alcohol. Many of us had deep-rooted character defects—boiling rage, crippling fear, isolating social anxiety—that would have needed to be addressed eventually with or without alcohol. Even a generation ago, this notion of setting aside political differences for…

Alcohol proof is the amount of alcohol found in distilled spirits or liquor. Smaller drinks with a higher percentage of alcohol are stronger than the same size drink containing a lower-proof liquor. To create an effective taper, you must know how much you drink daily on average. It can be easy to underestimate how much…