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By Joe Engle, Founder and CEO May is Mental Health Awareness Month. You’ll see campaigns. Messages. Awareness posts. But for some of us, awareness isn’t a month. It’s every day.…
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Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms
Alcohol withdrawal can be a daunting experience for anyone trying to quit drinking. Understanding the symptoms and knowing what to expect can make the journey a bit easier. Let’…
E-Cigarettes: The Truth Behind ‘Safer than Cigarettes’ and Exploring Their Mechanisms
In recent years, the popularity of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has surged, with many users citing them as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes. However, the no…
Screen Addiction: The Gateway to Unhealthy Lifestyles in Young Children
Screen addiction has become a growing concern among young children in today’s digital age. With the proliferation of smartphones, tablets, computers, and other electronic device…
How To Start Your Pain-Free Digital Detox
Where screens reign supreme and notifications clamor for attention, the concept of digital detox emerges as a beacon of hope for those seeking respite from the incessant demands…
15 Most Addictive Foods You Must Avoid for Overcoming Addiction
In our journey towards better health and wellness, understanding the dynamics of addiction is crucial. Certain foods can trigger addictive responses in our brains, leading to de…
The Impact of Heavy Drinking on Stroke Risk in Middle-Aged Individuals
Heavy drinking among middle-aged individuals poses significant health risks, including an increased likelihood of experiencing a stroke. In this article, we delve into the relat…
“A Ticking Time Bomb?” – A Reflection on Addiction Stigma
It happens every now and then. Sometimes in subtle ways; sometimes in more abrasive ways. Every now and then someone will utter the words, “But people in addiction recovery coul…
“As Long as He Keeps Fighting I’m Going to Keep Fighting Too”
Addiction is one of those diseases that affects not only the person with the disease, but all the people around the person with the disease. Due to this, a common question often…
Winners Know When to Surrender
When you first walk into the rooms of AA or NA you are met with a rather controversial idea. An idea that contrasts the ideas that many of us were brought up with. An idea that…
Sometimes You Will Disappoint People (An Analysis of Boundaries)
After working with a lot of people in addiction recovery, as well as a lot of family members of people in addiction recovery, a very common (but unpopular) theme constantly come…
Gratitude and Apologies
As this holiday season rolls around, so do the reminders of the importance of gratitude. People are inundated by the social media posts with pictures of loved ones, captions ann…