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The Importance of New Friendships in Early Recovery

December 4th, 2015 - Read more

Going from an addiction to sobriety can be like crossing a tumultuous river. You might be starting out on risky shores and you know you need to get to the safe shore of sobriety. But in between, there are a number of changes you’ll have to make, and one of them may have to be …

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Openness About Addiction Can Reduce Stigma

December 3rd, 2015 - Read more

Former and current addicts often site that it is isolation and darkness that keeps them in the cycle of addiction. While there can be a stigma attached to the areas of addiction and mental illness, staying quiet about these issues does not move anything forward. Lauren Stahl highlights that she has chosen to honesty and …

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How Does Stress Affect the Body?

December 2nd, 2015 - Read more

Stress is our constant companion in this fast-paced world. It is an unwelcome guest that stays and disturbs our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It is vital to understand the effect that stress has on our body to completely assess and address our overall health, happiness, and well-being. This blog is a deeper dive into …

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Psychodynamic Therapy Can Facilitate Recovery

December 1st, 2015 - Read more

There are many types of therapy that are available today. In the early 1900’s, however, when the idea of therapy was just beginning to develop, a person sat in front of a therapist and simply talked about their concerns. It was the “talking cure” as Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, called it. Today, you …

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Mindfulness Meditation Linked to Pain Reduction

November 30th, 2015 - Read more

A recent study published in the Journal of Neuroscience has tied mindfulness meditation practice with pain relief. With numerous studies already suggesting a myriad of health benefits stemming from meditation practice, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center’s researchers wanted to take a deeper look into the pain alleviation effects. Participants placed into four groups — mindfulness meditation, …

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Depression, Anxiety, and Bipolar Disorder Commonly Occur with Addiction

November 23rd, 2015 - Read more

You might already be aware that it’s possible to have a mental illness alongside addiction. However, there are common forms of mental illness that are frequently seen in those who struggle with substance use. For instance, mood disorders (such as depression, various types of anxiety disorders, and bipolar disorder) is the most common type of …

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How To Advocate for Yourself When You’re in Recovery

November 17th, 2015 - Read more

One of the most debilitating experiences in addiction is the loss of feeling empowered and strong. Losing the ability to stop using drugs or alcohol even if one wanted to, which is the hallmark sign of addiction, can undermine the feeling of wellbeing and inner strength. Furthermore, most men and women are used to entering …

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Combating Stress & Anxiety

November 12th, 2015 - Read more

While dealing with stress and anxiety can require a long-term plan and support from a medical professional, there are a variety of shorter-term ways to help minimize these negative feelings. Stress and anxiety can both wreak havoc on your body — physically and mentally — and it can’t hurt to give these methods a try, …

Filed Under: Meditation Practice, Mental Health

Repurpose – What To Do When You’re Feeling Hopeless

November 12th, 2015 - Read more

Hopelessness can frequently come with the illness of addiction. It is a feeling of darkness for many people. For example, when a person feels they don’t have a future or that nothing is going to change it’s easy to lose hope. You might describe hope as a feeling of expectation or having a desire that …

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Mental Health: Small Things Make A Big Impact

November 11th, 2015 - Read more

Can small things really make a big difference? We believe that the answer is yes! Small things can make a big impact when it comes to mental health – from just asking someone “How are you?” to taking the time to spend a few minutes with someone who needs your support. Time to Change is working to …

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