2020 has been a challenging year for many of us. Adjusting to a new reality, life online, and new ways of working, learning, eating, shopping, and socializing has undoubtedly taken its toll. Being kind to your body is one of the best ways to combat the effects of stress due to COVID-19. In reaction to […]
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Diet and exercise have long been the staples of healthy living. Fad diets and exercise regimens are founded on a central truth—diet and exercise can change your body. However, what the fads fail to teach us is that in order for us to create lasting impacts, we need to have one more essential component: a
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If you go through drug rehab and complete the program successfully, you have a higher chance of recovery. However, no addiction treatment program yields 100 percent results. You could relapse. With the right relapse prevention techniques, your chances of relapse are much lower. It is important to put a relapse prevention plan into place to
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The current events in the U.S. and around the world are a clear indication of social media’s impact on society and culture. More specifically, it is easy to observe how drinking and social media are invariably linked. Each day, the newsfeeds of social media platforms are flooded with all types of references to alcohol even
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Mixing alcohol with other substances is always a recipe for disaster. The combination of these substances increases the risk of long-term health problems and sudden side effects, including fatality. Two substances, in particular, benzos and alcohol, are especially dangerous and lead to life-threatening medical situations quickly. A Massachusetts intensive outpatient rehab center can help individuals
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When you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, knowing more about what polysubstance abuse is can help you find the right drug rehab program. Polysubstance abuse is a condition that occurs when someone is abusing multiple substances. A person may have an addiction to alcohol, prescription medication, or illicit drugs at the same
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Anxiety disorders can have debilitating symptoms. There is an increased risk of anxiety disorders in those with substance use disorder. The latest global events can cause an increase in anxiety during a pandemic. This may cause you to experience the symptoms of an anxiety disorder, particularly if you are already prone to anxiety. If you
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Being quarantined with an alcoholic spouse can be difficult during the coronavirus pandemic for several reasons. One of the primary challenges is isolation, which is associated with the nature of the quarantine as well as alcohol abuse. Human connection helps those suffering from alcohol addiction stay sober. So the lack of human connection available during
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Being quarantined during the coronavirus pandemic isn’t easy. Isolation brings about loneliness, and loneliness can bring about symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. As a result, many are looking for ways of coping with loneliness during quarantine. There is no single best way to get through this period of isolation. But you can employ various
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How to Fill Your Time Sober In Quarantine The novel, coronavirus, has driven governments to implement strict social distancing rules to reduce its spread. However, not many people talk about how this affects the risk of relapse for those recovering from addiction. Struggling with sobriety is hard, and this global health crisis is making it
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