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Can You Die From Alcohol Withdrawal?
The consequences of alcohol withdrawal can be quite severe. Alcohol is among a group of a few substances that can actually have fatal withdrawal symptoms.
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What is EMDR Therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy, or EMDR Therapy, is the process of revisiting a difficult memory and taking away the power of the recalled event or experience. This therapy can be challenging in the early stages. This is because it forces you to focus on that difficult memory and keep it in your active…
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Addiction and Substance Abuse in Georgia
Like many other states in the US, Georgia is facing an addiction crisis. Over the past five years, substance abuse
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Marijuana Use in Male Partners Linked to Increased Risk of Female Miscarriage
June is Women’s Health Month and we’re talking about all things related to women’s health.
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The Relationship Between Eating Disorders and Addiction
Eating disorders carry similar addictive behaviors as other types of addiction such as drug or gambling addiction.
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Meth Use Increases Disease Risk
Methamphetamine use is bad for your health, plain and simple. It can cause problems ranging from memory loss and tooth decay to skin infections and depression.
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Most Common Co-Occurring Disorders
Mental health issues can run hand-in-hand with addiction, called Co-Occurring Disorders.
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Memorial Day Sober Tips
Each year, Memorial Day falls on the last Monday in May. While it might feel a bit different this year, to most people it’s also the unofficial start of summer. But for people in sobriety it can also spell trouble. For many people, Memorial Day tends to go hand-in-hand with drinking. So how do you celebrate…
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Relationship Building Steps for The Recovering Mothers
With Mother’s Day this month, many of us are considering our roles as parents and our relationships with our children.
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6 Classic Non-Alcoholic Mexican Drinks for Celebrating Cinco De Mayo Sober
Cinco De Mayo can be a triggering holiday for people in recovery. Most Americans don’t even know what the holiday is for….
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STD Awareness Month: Where to Get Free STD Testing in Tennessee?
Sexually Transmitted Disease rates across the US just keep rising. “We’re documenting an increase in STDs for the fifth year in a row,” says Elizabeth Torrone of the CDC
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How Addiction Affects Sibling Relationships
Less celebrated than Mother’s and Father’s Day but not less important… It’s Siblings Day! A National Day to recognize the important relationship between siblings.
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What is a Co-Occuring Disorder and How is it Related to Addiction?
Mental health issues can run hand-in-hand with the disease of addiction. A co-occurring disorder refers to individuals who are struggling with substance abuse…