How Long Does It Take To Overcome An Addiction?
By breaking one’s addiction to drugs and/or alcohol, your life not only takes a turn for the healthy, but you literally take your life back into your hands. Not only are you no longer ruled by the cravings, urges and impulses, but you experience the true freedom that allows you to determine a healthy, addiction-free […]
The Addiction Cycle: What are the 5 Stages of Addiction?
For people in recovery, knowing which substances have higher setback rates can be helpful in drug relapse prevention. Facing the journey of recovery from addiction is a courageous step, and maintaining sobriety is an ongoing challenge that requires awareness and support. Understanding your triggers for relapse plays a crucial role in this process. In this […]
Top 4 Types Of Relapse Triggers & Best Ways To Avoid
There are many categories of addiction relapse triggers, and they fall into multiple groups. They can be emotional, environmental or mental, and often a trigger falls into multiple categories. These are 10 of the most common triggers in addiction recovery, along with quick tips on how to avoid them. Some people experience a whirlwind of […]
No Alcohol: Unwind With These Healthy Booze Alternatives
One of many cannabinoids in cannabis, CBD relaxes and de-stresses without the psychoactive effects characteristic of pot (THC). CBD comes in the form of flowers, tinctures, or food and drink infusions. Everything about these cans resembles that of your typical energy drink. The not-so-secret ingredient here is high-quality kava (also called Piper methysticum), which has […]
Why does red wine cause headaches? Research points to a compound found in grape skins
If you’re willing to take a chance, look for an inexpensive, lighter red wine. Clusters of red wine grapes hang from a vine before being recollected during harvest in Barolo, northern Italy, October 19, 2018. Your body also produces about 700 milligrams of sulfites daily as you metabolize the protein in your food and excrete […]
Therapeutic Intervention
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