
How Saying “Yes, but” Can Be a Barrier to Changing Emotions
By Wish RecoveryWe discussed primary and secondary emotions in the previous installment of this series. We stated that we have more control ove... Continue Reading
We discussed primary and secondary emotions in the previous installment of this series. We stated that we have more control ove... Continue Reading

Using the Skill of Burning Bridges
By Wish Recovery"Burning bridges" is a skill that requires radical acceptance, dedication, and action to ensure that addictive behavior is neve... Continue Reading
"Burning bridges" is a skill that requires radical acceptance, dedication, and action to ensure that addictive behavior is neve... Continue Reading
If You Can’t Say Anything Nice: A Caution Against Spiritually Abusive Advice (Title TDB)
By Toshia HumphriesIf You Can’t Say Anything Nice: A Caution Against Spiritually Abusive Advice By Toshia Humphries Have you ever heard the saying... Continue Reading
If You Can’t Say Anything Nice: A Caution Against Spiritually Abusive Advice By Toshia Humphries Have you ever heard the saying... Continue Reading
New Study Shows That No Level Of Alcohol Is Safe
By Rebecca KovacsIs there really any safe alcohol level? Up until currently, it was widely known that small amounts of certain alcohols could be... Continue Reading
Is there really any safe alcohol level? Up until currently, it was widely known that small amounts of certain alcohols could be... Continue Reading

Why Mental Health Awareness is Now More Crucial Than Ever
By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T.Amid increased isolation due to COVID-1919, awareness about mental health conditions is more important than ever. Continue Reading
Amid increased isolation due to COVID-1919, awareness about mental health conditions is more important than ever. Continue Reading

Can Spinal Adjustments Aid Addiction Recovery?
By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T.In conjunction with more traditional treatments, like medication and psychotherapy, spinal adjustments may have a promising pla... Continue Reading
In conjunction with more traditional treatments, like medication and psychotherapy, spinal adjustments may have a promising pla... Continue Reading

How to Deal with Substance Use Disorder in Family: The Importance of a Supportive Environment
By Isabel SachsSupporting an individual with a substance use disorder can be difficult, especially if you are not sure what to do or where to ... Continue Reading
Supporting an individual with a substance use disorder can be difficult, especially if you are not sure what to do or where to ... Continue Reading

Recognizing Spiritualized Ego – When Recovery Becomes Food for Narcissism
By Toshia HumphriesIn any given situation, the ego sees an opportunity to go deeper into hiding. Recovery is no exception. Continue Reading
In any given situation, the ego sees an opportunity to go deeper into hiding. Recovery is no exception. Continue Reading

The Spiritual Dangers of “Just Sex” Relationships
By Toshia HumphriesIn early recovery, we may instantly cling to the first sign of distraction we see. This usually takes the form of a romantic—or... Continue Reading
In early recovery, we may instantly cling to the first sign of distraction we see. This usually takes the form of a romantic—or... Continue Reading

Four Misconceptions About People Who Struggle With Addiction
By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T.By perpetuating untrue myths, we only perpetuate the terrible stigma attached to addiction, which further alienates and harms t... Continue Reading
By perpetuating untrue myths, we only perpetuate the terrible stigma attached to addiction, which further alienates and harms t... Continue Reading

Tips for Setting Boundaries When Reconnecting With Loved Ones
By Rebecca KovacsHow do we go about reconnecting with a loved one while setting boundaries at the same time? Continue Reading
How do we go about reconnecting with a loved one while setting boundaries at the same time? Continue Reading

How to Explain Your Recovery to Your Children
By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T.No matter their age, you should expect your children to have questions about your recovery. Continue Reading
No matter their age, you should expect your children to have questions about your recovery. Continue Reading

Addicted to Vicodin: One Woman's Story
By LeAnn BrownGrowing up, words like substance abuse and addiction were never even a part of my vocabulary. I lived in a small community, and... Continue Reading
Growing up, words like substance abuse and addiction were never even a part of my vocabulary. I lived in a small community, and... Continue Reading

My Personal Journey Towards Recovery
By Rebecca KovacsOne recovering addict shares how she used time as an ally rather than a detriment during her journey towards recovery. Continue Reading
One recovering addict shares how she used time as an ally rather than a detriment during her journey towards recovery. Continue Reading

Bouncing Back After Relapse: It's Not All Bad
By Dawn HurleyFinding yourself in the midst of a relapse can feel like an insurmountable failure, leaving you wondering how you became enslav... Continue Reading
Finding yourself in the midst of a relapse can feel like an insurmountable failure, leaving you wondering how you became enslav... Continue Reading

Regular Health Service Visits May Reduce Suicide Risk Among Youth
By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T.The more we learn the warning signs—and the more willing we are to step in and help—the more we can do to fight youth suicide. Continue Reading
The more we learn the warning signs—and the more willing we are to step in and help—the more we can do to fight youth suicide. Continue Reading

6 Simple Ways to Stay Hydrated This Summer
By Monica RomanoWith summer in full swing and temperatures soaring, we are reminded again of the importance of staying hydrated and healthy. Continue Reading
With summer in full swing and temperatures soaring, we are reminded again of the importance of staying hydrated and healthy. Continue Reading

Celery Juice: The Latest Trend in Addiction Recovery
By Monica RomanoDrinking celery juice is especially beneficial for people in recovery from substance abuse. Continue Reading
Drinking celery juice is especially beneficial for people in recovery from substance abuse. Continue Reading

OP-ED: Safe Injection Sites Must be Legalized to Minimize Public Risk
By Tamara BuchenbergerSafe injection sites could effectively address the widespread public health crisis of IV drug-related deaths and the spread of ... Continue Reading
Safe injection sites could effectively address the widespread public health crisis of IV drug-related deaths and the spread of ... Continue Reading

OP-ED: Psychedelics Should be Legalized and Administered in Clinics
By Germain PalaciosThe push to legalize psychedelic drugs for medical use has intensified over recent months. Continue Reading
The push to legalize psychedelic drugs for medical use has intensified over recent months. Continue Reading

Why Some Need to Draw The Line on Alternative Medicine
By Elizabeth SewardIf you’re prone to all-or-nothing thinking, you may want to reconsider your stance as it may jeopardize your recovery. Continue Reading
If you’re prone to all-or-nothing thinking, you may want to reconsider your stance as it may jeopardize your recovery. Continue Reading

Ask Dr. Drew: Can you explain what health benefits are observed after a year of sobriety?
By SoberRecovery, Staff WriterDr. Drew answers questions submitted by members in our SoberRecovery community. Continue Reading
Dr. Drew answers questions submitted by members in our SoberRecovery community. Continue Reading

Ask Dr. Drew: What advice can you give someone who recognizes that peer support is essential to recovery but has such a strong aversion to AA (and where SMART and RR aren't readily available)?
By SoberRecovery, Staff WriterDr. Drew answers questions submitted by members in our SoberRecovery community. Continue Reading
Dr. Drew answers questions submitted by members in our SoberRecovery community. Continue Reading

Ask Dr. Drew: Recovery is a difficult and complex process and I am finding that Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome is perhaps the hardest part of it. How can a person in recovery know if they're experiencing PAWS or a mental disorder?
By SoberRecovery, Staff WriterDr. Drew answers questions submitted by members in our SoberRecovery community. Continue Reading
Dr. Drew answers questions submitted by members in our SoberRecovery community. Continue Reading

5 Tips for Planning a Safe and Sober Prom Night
By Dawn HurleySafety and sobriety are well worth planning ahead for, especially when it comes to prom night. Continue Reading
Safety and sobriety are well worth planning ahead for, especially when it comes to prom night. Continue Reading

How Sober Schools are Giving Addicted Teens a Second Chance
By Dawn HurleyIn addition to participating in traditional classes and online courses, students meet with counselors regularly and participate... Continue Reading
In addition to participating in traditional classes and online courses, students meet with counselors regularly and participate... Continue Reading

A Look Into the Growing ‘Hidden Homelessness’ Crisis
By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T.Our country's vulnerable youth—the population between ages 18 and 25—represent today's 'hidden homeless'. Continue Reading
Our country's vulnerable youth—the population between ages 18 and 25—represent today's 'hidden homeless'. Continue Reading