Mental Illness in Relationships
For those who’ve been diagnosed with a mental illness, there comes a time when it’s difficult to decide whether or not to disclose this information to a love interest. Many people with mental illness battle…
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How Do I Tell My Friends and Family I Have an Addiction?
Some people experience addiction in a way that is obvious to all those around them. They may be visibly intoxicated on a regular basis and suffer extreme life consequences as a result. Others, however, can…
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4 Ways Your Alcohol Use Affects Your Children
Many people with alcohol use disorder don’t know, or don’t want to know, how their drinking affects others. Addiction doesn’t only affect you, but your family and friends too. One of the most common reasons…
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How Family Members Can Support One Another in Recovery
Family members undergo a lot when a loved one is in recovery. In many cases, the family dynamic can be altered in ways that stress interactions between family members and push boundaries. In many instances,…
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Ways Families Can Benefit From Attending a Family Program
“Addiction is a family disease”. This is a common phrase that’s used by community members and recovery leaders alike, but what exactly does it mean? The reality is that addiction doesn’t just affect one person…
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What Are 3 Beliefs That Family Members Should Know About Addiction?
A 2015 study published in the journal Frontiers of Criminal Justice explained that for those in addiction recovery, the support provided by friends and family are often what lead to greater motivation for healing and…
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Why Do Our Loved Ones Make Excuses For Not Seeking Help?
When we’re on the outside looking in, it’s incredibly hard to understand why someone we love wouldn’t want to seek help for themselves. Why would they purposefully want to ruin their life? Why would they…
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What Are the Types of Treatment Options for Eating Disorders?
Nearly 30 million Americans suffer from an eating disorder. People with eating disorders are more likely to die from their disorder. It is necessary to learn about the types of therapies available to know how…
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