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Mar 3, 2025
Imagine if addiction treatment could be as targeted and personalized as cancer care. What if we could predict who is most at risk based on…
Feb 20, 2025
Thriving in Sobriety: 7 Tips to Cure Boredom in Recovery
Boredom can be a scary concept for anyone, but it’s even scarier for those in recovery. They may worry that without drugs or alcohol to…
Feb 19, 2025
Breaking Generational Addiction Family Patterns
Generational addiction is a pattern where substance use or addictive behaviors seem to pass from one family member to the next. While it may feel…
Feb 17, 2025
The Benefits and Limitations of 12-Step Programs for Addicti…
The 12-Step programis one of the most widely recognized and utilized methods for addressing addiction. Initially developed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)in 1938 to help individuals…
Feb 12, 2025
POV: The First 48 Hours in Addiction Treatment
Taking the first step into addiction treatment, whether for yourself or a loved one, is an act of courage. But it also comes with questions…
Feb 7, 2025
Breaking Down the Labels in Recovery: Trauma, Codependence, …
If you’re on your recovery journey, you might hear terms that feel overwhelming or confusing. Words like “trauma,” “codependency,” or “anxious attachment” are often used…
Feb 5, 2025
How to Have a Fun, Sober Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is one of the most exciting days of the year—an epic mix of sports, snacks, and camaraderie. And here’s the best part:…
Feb 3, 2025
Why Not Try “Dry February” Too?
Millions of people around the world – specifically the UK and U.S. – attempt “Dry January” each year, a month of voluntarily forgoing alcohol, often…
Feb 3, 2025
4 Benefits of Telehealth for Addiction Recovery
Addiction recovery is evolving, and telehealth is leading the charge by breaking down barriers to care. For healthcare professionals considering telehealth as a referral option,…
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