When it comes to processing emotions, there are different expectations for men and women. Because women are often viewed as “sensitive,” it’s socially acceptable for them to express their feelings, like sadness or fear. But men, who are seen as strong and fearless, are not encouraged to outwardly express their emotions. These cultural norms and […]
by Sam Dekin
Read More: Men and Emotions: The Importance of Becoming Vulnerable
Recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction can be difficult. You have to overcome physical withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and mental roadblocks in order to get sober. The path to sobriety isn’t easy, and after you successfully recover, you have to work even harder to maintain it. Unfortunately, many recovering addicts get sober and relapse down […]
by Sam Dekin
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The COVID-19 pandemic has altered life as we know it. Businesses shut down, people staying in their homes, and paper products are nowhere to be found. Everyone has been affected by this global event in one way or another, but people who are recovering from drug and alcohol addictions may be having the most difficult […]
by Sam Dekin
Read More: How COVID-19 has Affected Your Loved One’s Sobriety
In the United States and around the world, substance abuse disorders are increasingly common. According to data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), almost 20 million American adults battled a substance use disorder in 2017. That year, roughly 74 percent of adults had an alcohol use disorder and about 38 percent […]
by Sam Dekin
Read More: The Difference Between Dependence and Addiction
The teenage years are incredibly formative. It’s a time when kids are experimenting, trying new things and learning who they are. It’s also a time when emotions are running high. As teenagers navigate adolescence, it can be difficult for them to open up and talk about their feelings. However, we know that kids often suffer […]
by Sam Dekin
Read More: Why Teenagers Need to Start Discussing Their Emotions
Over the last few weeks, the world has changed significantly. We’re now living in the age of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, which has forced most people to redefine their new normal. People are working from home, avoiding unnecessary travel and staying separated from their friends and family. For recovering addicts, coping with these sudden lifestyle […]
by Sam Dekin
Read More: Tips for Sobriety During the Coronavirus Outbreak
The teenage years are incredibly formative. It’s a time of self-exploration and experimentation when kids are figuring out what they like and dislike. This is also when many kids get exposed to drugs and alcohol for the first time. As a result, parents need to have a conversation with their teens about the dangers of […]
by Sam Dekin
Read More: How to Talk to Your Teen About Drugs
Many people are persuaded by others to try drugs or alcohol for the first time. This is especially true in teens and young adults when peer pressure happens more frequently. But even kids who are educated about the dangers of addiction and drug abuse can find it difficult to say no in certain situations. During […]
by Sam Dekin
Read More: Debunking the Myths About Peer Pressure and Substance Abuse
Recovering from an addiction or a related mental health disorder is extremely challenging. It takes an immense amount of effort, dedication, and consistency to complete the initial recovery process and make it out on the other side. Not to mention, you need to have a true desire to get sober in order to recover successfully, […]
by Sam Dekin
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Purdue Pharma Looks at Pivoting to Addiction Medications Hundreds of thousands dead. Countless other lives derailed by an addiction that refused to break. This is the story of the opioid epidemic in America—and too many of us are personally familiar with the pain it brings when it strikes. For those affected, things may never be […]
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