Addiction and Recovery Blog

Category Archives: Mental Health

Friday, February 21st, 2020
5 Ways To Cope with Anxiety if You Have a History of Addiction
Experiencing anxiety at certain times in life is normal. However, people with anxiety disorders have intense and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. These feelings can interfere with...
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Monday, January 27th, 2020
Does Depression Cause Addiction – Or The Other Way Around?
Depression and anxiety are common among people battling substance abuse. People with these conditions are more likely to self-medicate with drugs and alcohol to reduce pain and improve happiness....
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Tuesday, November 12th, 2019
The Relationship Between ADHD and Addiction
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a medical condition that includes attention difficulty, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. ADHD is usually diagnosed in children, though adults can have it as well....
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Monday, August 26th, 2019
Psychological Effects of Co-Occurring Disorders on First Responders
Time, Trauma, and the Stigma of Strength Whether substance abuse is a coping mechanism to deal with pain, emotional or physical, chemical dependency can quickly turn into addiction, further...
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Friday, August 2nd, 2019
PTSD and Substance Abuse
What Is PTSD? The majority of people who experience traumatic life events go through a recovery period and then are able to move past the trauma. Those with PTSD...
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Thursday, July 18th, 2019
Can You Get Over the Brain Damage from Drugs?
The United States has a drug and alcohol problem. More than a statement, there are plenty of statistics that support this as fact. On average, 30 Americans die every day due...
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Friday, May 10th, 2019
The Fourth Dimension Of Wellness: Intellectual
Focusing on intellectual wellness can keep your mind sharp and prevent you from falling back into old habits during addiction recovery. Substance abuse can take a toll on the...
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Friday, March 29th, 2019
Anxiety, Exams, and College Drinking
Drinking alcohol remains a serious issue because it is so prevalent in America’s colleges and universities. Frequent heavy drinking puts young people at risk for developing an alcohol use...
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2019
Keeping Your Child Safe From Addiction
Arguably, the most difficult job on the planet is raising children. Through the years, parents face all types of challenges that involve keeping their kids safe. Children are their...
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