Categoria: Sober living

At American Addiction Centers, we are constantly researching drug-related issues to find trends that can help us stay informed when we’re helping people overcome their drug addictions. To answer the question above, we used the Omni Calculator Addiction Calculator to explore the impact on life expectancy for drug users based on the daily and weekly use of…

We aim to help our clients regain control over their emotions and create a stable foundation for a healthier, happier life. At this phase, the recovering addict goes through the difficult yet transformative rehab and recovery process. The person dealing with addiction will learn to identify his/her triggers, engage in coping strategies, gain interpersonal skills,…

These may include cleaning common areas, maintaining personal spaces, and contributing to the overall cleanliness and orderliness of the home. Unfortunately, relapse can occur anywhere, and relapses do occur in some sober living homes. Carving out a personal daily routine can seamlessly blend house rules into everyday life. If you find a rule that needs…

At Lighthouse Recovery Institute, we know your addiction is as unique as you are. If you or someone you love is struggling with substance abuse, please reach out for help today. Whether you feel you’re ready or not, our team of addiction therapists can help you learn more about the recovery journey and show you…

Now that you are sober, you may have discovered that some of your past relationships were not only unhealthy but downright toxic. It’s not just your drinking buddies and drug dealers who can get you into trouble—sometimes those who are closest to you can contribute to a relapse. Yes, meditation and mindfulness can be beneficial in…

She has since sought help and has been sober for over 30 years. The fact is that just like millions of not-so-famous people suffering from alcohol use disorder or abuse, these well-known alcoholics have had their lives torn apart by this disease. Read on as we dive into the stories of famous alcoholics in history,…

When hot flashes occur at night, they are commonly referred to as night sweats. Your doctor will adjust your dose to the minimum amount required to ease your symptoms. They will also recommend hormone replacement only as long as it is helping your symptoms and not increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, or blood…

By way of illustration, in 1952, there were only 10 publications in the National Library of Medicine concerning serotonin, nearly all of them dealing with some aspect of its ability to constrict blood vessels. Only 8 years later, in 1960, there were 300 publications on serotonin, 35 of which were now focused on studies of…

If you’re feeling the effects of alcohol, drink water or sports drinks to prevent dehydration. Certain OTC medications and bland foods can help with a headache or an upset stomach. Try having a glass of water, soda, or juice in between alcoholic drinks. Spacing out your drinks allows your liver time to break down the…

Over the past three decades, economists and others have devoted considerable effort to assessing the impact of alcoholic-beverage taxes and prices on alcohol consumption and its related adverse consequences. Federal and State excise taxes have increased only rarely and, when adjusted for inflation, have declined significantly over the years, as have overall prices for alcoholic…