From the monthly archives:

December 2009

Identifying Relapse Triggers

by admin on 12/15/2009

For those in recovery from alcoholism and drug abuse, the ability to recognize what triggers cravings is a vital turning point on the road to health.

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The holiday season can be full of chaos, pressure and–for someone in recovery–temptations at every turn.

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It’s important that women, especially those in recovery, understand the addictive and dangerous nature of anti-anxiety medications.

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Stress, Alcoholism and Relapse

by admin on 12/03/2009

While stress is a natural part of life, recovering addicts must be extra vigilant in the ways they cope with and handle the tension and anxiety they encounter.

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Does Alcohol Reduce or Induce Stress?

by admin on 12/03/2009

The idea that a glass of alcohol will reduce stress is probably as old as alcohol itself. “Unwinding” has become almost synonymous with drinking in our culture.

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Does Stress Influence Drinking?

by admin on 12/03/2009

Eavesdrop on any conversation from the office break room to your local grocery store and you will no doubt hear snippets of life stories involving the most common causes of stress today: work (or lack thereof), money woes, parenting, family responsibilities, health problems, housing costs, relationships, etc. Few of us have not experienced stress in [...]

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