It is generally recommended that you avoid drinking alcohol if you are suffering from any kind of sinus infection or similar condition. Because of the impact drinking alcohol has on the sinuses when healthy, alcohol can exacerbate sinus infections. This is largely due to the fact that sinus infections can leave you dehydrated while alcohol […]
A sober living environment reinforces honesty and integrity as it supports you on your journey to acquiring a great new lifestyle. Chelsea’s House, established in 2011, is a community of people who are transitioning from treatment into living life clean in the real world. We promote a family-based experience to share life’s highs and lows […]
You’ll receive therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy, or dialectical behavioral therapy, and sometimes complementary therapies like acupuncture and mindfulness-based therapy. By attending skills training and recovery groups you’ll build a strong foundation for your recovery and strengthen your support network, increasing your chances of long-term recovery success. Offering structured programs separated by gender, Rockland Recovery […]
Symptoms of cirrhosis become more recognizable as your liver function declines. For example, you might see signs that bile isn’t traveling where it needs to go, and instead is overflowing into places it doesn’t belong. NASH causes the liver to swell and become damaged due to the fat deposits in the liver.
Cirrhosis (Severe Scarring)
Some people […]
For Sobriety diagnosis of a substance use disorder, most mental health professionals use criteria in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), published by the American Psychiatric Association. Because commonly abused substances activate the brain’s reward center, it’s possible to develop physical dependence and addiction. Therapy helps you to understand the “why” of […]
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is […]
This means in order to enter a home you must arrive and remain sober and commit to frequent weekly drug screenings while living in their homes. Our helpline is offered at no cost to you and with no obligation to enter into treatment. In some cases, we charge our verified partner a modest cost […]
Sometimes a direct, heart-to-heart conversation can start the road to recovery. But when it comes to addiction, the person with the problem often struggles to acknowledge it. You may need to join forces with others and take action through a formal intervention. Celebrating someone’s sobriety is such a proud, exciting event! Brainstorming different gift ideas […]
Something important to note about the final study is that the subjects with increased self-awareness liked to eat exciting healthy food as well as exciting unhealthy food. At any point during recovery, you may struggle with finding enjoyment or sober fun, which can lead to thinking that boredom is inescapable. Or, after attempting to recapture the […]
These are only a few factors that can impact how an individual is affected by alcohol. Drunkenness is an umbrella term encompassing physical and psychological symptoms attributed to alcohol consumption within a period. When the speed at which alcohol is metabolized is faster than what the human body can consume, an individual develops drunkenness. What […]