Real-life Lessons from Recovery
While there’s no such thing as a “do-over” button in life, there is a silver lining to some bad experiences. Mainly, you can use what you’ve learned to help others…
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Getting to the Basics of Gestalt Therapy
What is gestalt therapy and will it work for you? Developed in the 1940s by Frederick “Fritz” Perls and collaborators Laura Perls and Paul Goodman as an alternative to conventional…
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Selfie Shows Face of Addiction
A woman’s recent selfie on Reddit is sending a very real message about the harmful effects of drugs on your skin and the positive transformations that can occur from getting…
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Unraveling The Causes of Addiction
Why are some of us prone to addiction — whether alcohol, drugs, food, gambling, or sex — and others aren’t? It’s a complicated question and one that continues to be…
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The Nutritional Whammy of Addiction
It’s likely not too surprising that years of substance use can take a nutritional toll on the body. That’s because both alcohol and drugs can cause vitamin and mineral deficiencies,…
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5 Benefits of Exercise for Men in Recovery
You know that exercise is good for you – and it’s also a great recovery tool. Among the many health benefits, working out can improve heart health, increase concentration, remove…
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Even Olympic Athletes Suffer Depression
U.S. Olympic swimmer Allison Schmitt, 26, is making waves when it comes to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. This week, the Olympian, who finished second in the women’s 4X100m…
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Could You Have Binge-Eating Disorder?
Most of us have overstuffed ourselves at one point in time — whether after a particularly stressful day at work or during a calorie-laden holiday feast. For the 3.5 percent of…
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Strawberries Top Dirty Dozen List
Succulent strawberries may seem like the perfect summertime treat – these berries are loaded with vitamin C (which is known to be helpful in the detoxification process of withdrawal) and…
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Benefits of Pet Therapy During Recovery
Teens and young adults face many challenges as they work to find their unique place in the world, especially while they struggle with substance misuse or a dual diagnosis like depression…
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