How Can I Recognize An Addiction In Others?
Knowing the warning signs of addiction is important. If a loved one is struggling, you’ll be able to help them get the help they need. You may not see them at first if you don’t…
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What Program Is Right For Me?
Deciding you need treatment for a substance use disorder or a co-occurring mental illness can be a difficult thing. Actually reaching out for help can feel like an uphill battle you aren’t ready for. Arbor…
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What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
There are different treatment options for those dealing with mental illnesses and substance use disorders. We know that no one treatment option is perfect, thus it may not be effective for all individuals, even though…
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Who Can Become Addicted?
“Just as some people can drink in moderation while others dare not go anywhere near alcohol because one drink inevitably means a great many drinks, so too can some people eat or shop or have…
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Treating the Disease of Addiction
“Generally, behavioral addictions pose a significant challenge for treatment and recovery. That’s partly because the behaviors that cause problems are, most of the time, not ones that lend themselves to abstinence,” says Barbara O’Dair, author…
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How Can Poetry Be Beneficial to Me?
“Reading and writing poetry can inspire you to reflect, dream, develop your voice, and grow,” says Leah Larwood, author of “Poetry as Therapy” for In The Moment magazine. Poetry can be very therapeutic. Continue reading…
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How Can I Become More Self-Reliant?
“Learning to rely on ourselves can help us find independence and the strength which comes with it,” says Annika Rose, author of “How to Become More Self-Reliant” for In The Moment magazine. When it comes…
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The Values of Mindfulness
Not everyone’s journey is the same. That’s the thing about mental illness and substance use. The path to developing a mental health condition or relying on drugs or alcohol is often long and murky. The…
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Boozeless Bars: A New Way to Socialize Sober
There’s a positive trend on the horizon and it’s a direct reaction to America’s omnipresent alcohol culture. Boozeless bars are officially in business and for people in recovery, it’s a healthy alternative to regular nightlife…
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Make Gratitude an Attitude
Gratitude is a powerful emotion. Expressing appreciation for the experiences that made us who we are can lead to increased happiness and healthier relationships. Research shows that individuals who cultivate a sense of gratitude experience…
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