Breaking the Cycle of Codependency in Your Relationships
Relationship dynamics play a significant role in how people recover from substance use disorders (SUD). According to Substance Use and Misuse, “Families of substance abusers may develop maladaptive strategies, such as codependency, to address drug-related problems.” Getting treatment for a SUD becomes complicated when your friends, family, or significant other practices enabling behaviors. Codependency occurs […]
Finding a Support Group That Works for You
Once you complete a rehabilitation program for a substance use disorder (SUD), you will need to find resources for your continuing recovery. Support groups are an essential tool for long-term sobriety. You can learn valuable information from other members and learn skills to help you continue to navigate everyday sober living. While 12-Step meetings are […]
Animal-Assisted Therapy and Your Continuing Care
Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) describes any therapeutic method that involves using an animal in treatment. Researchers have known for decades that interacting with animals decreases stress, anxiety, and symptoms of depression. Recently AAT has become more popular. All types of animals are being used to help people overcome mental health and physical challenges related to substance […]
The Importance of Being Honest About Your Circumstances
Addiction has a ripple effect that touches the people close to you and your local community. When you try to avoid taking responsibility or accepting your current circumstances, you might unintentionally cause pain for individuals around you. Therefore, it is essential, to be honest with the people you care about in your life and yourself. […]
