Elizabeth Seward

Sober Recovery Expert Author

Elizabeth Seward has written about health and wellness for Discovery Health, National Geographic, How Stuff Works Health and many other online and print publications. As a musician, Elizabeth has witnessed the destructive power of substance abuse among fellow artists and beyond. She believes in the restorative power of yoga, meditation, talk therapy and plant-based diets. She is also an advocate for progressive drug policy reform.

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A Playlist to Help You Beat S.A.D.

By Elizabeth Seward

Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) is season-based depression that most frequently occurs for sufferers during the fall and w... Continue Reading

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Hot cognition responses often result in bouts of anger. Continue Reading

empty medication bottles

How can one distinguish legitimate medicine use from prescription medication abuse? Continue Reading

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When a person is an addict, they are controlled by an addictive substance even when they are not high or drunk. Continue Reading

A recovering addict lies on the grass, as he listens music.

A Unique Relaxing Playlist for Addiction Recovery

By Elizabeth Seward

Music has a profound impact on mood; the right kind of music can influence how you feel. Continue Reading

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3 Meditation Styles to Fight Off Cravings

By Elizabeth Seward

Although your days of substance abuse are behind you, the thoughts and cravings for the substance that once controlled your lif... Continue Reading

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Is the Addict Still the Same Person?

By Elizabeth Seward

It’s not uncommon to believe addiction has turned a loved one into a different person. Continue Reading

the dangers of alternative medicine for recovery

If you’re prone to all-or-nothing thinking, you may want to reconsider your stance as it may jeopardize your recovery. Continue Reading

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Social Phobia: Inside a Common Mental Disorder

By Elizabeth Seward

If left untreated, social phobia can disturb virtually every aspect of a person’s life. Continue Reading

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When do you have to worry that you might lose your children because of your alcohol or drug abuse? Continue Reading