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recovery

One of the most underestimated consequences of chronic alcohol abuse and alcoholism is brain damage.

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While engaging your new life of sobriety, many addiction experts recommend using daily affirmations to help you stay focused on your recovery.

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Positive Changes: Physical Exercise

by admin on 03/25/2010

When the body engages in regular activity, chemical and emotional changes take place that increase an individual’s physical health and mental health.

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Because the risk of relapse is so intricately tied to the length of treatment, it is incredibly important that addicts complete their time in rehabilitation.

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For some of us, the adjustment to attending a 12-step group and other recovery groups is not automatic.

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It’s important that those in recovery and their loved ones understand that relapse is not failure, but a temporary setback.

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Recovery Is for the Whole Family

by admin on 02/09/2010

It is easy for families of addicts to assume that if their loved one “fixes” the addiction and substance abuse, troubles within the family unit will go away.

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Positive Changes: Gratitude

by admin on 01/29/2010

As you walk down a new path of sobriety and drug-free living, your outlook on life will often determine the success of your long-term recovery.

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