by Todd Taylor | May 19, 2022 | Recovery
The fear of losing employment because of addiction is a common concern. Many individuals avoid beginning the recovery process so that they don’t have to deal with informing their employer and potentially facing negative consequences. This can be a hard... 
by Todd Taylor | May 18, 2022 | Addiction
Addiction recovery commonly uses the 12-step method and a variety of religious-based practices to work through the recovery process. Atheists, agnostics, or people with alternative religious views may find following and personally understanding these steps... 
by Todd Taylor | May 18, 2022 | Addiction
When we are consuming alcohol, our judgment is affected. However, for some individuals, the change in decision-making due to alcohol can go unnoticed, leading to worse consequences. Effects of Alcohol Consumption Alcohol consumption can lead to dangerous... 
by Todd Taylor | May 16, 2022 | Recovery
When you recognize the negative impact addiction has on your life, you may still be too afraid to seek treatment. However, overcoming this fear is vital so that you can get the help you need to stop substance abuse from causing even more harm in your life.... 
by Todd Taylor | May 15, 2022 | Addiction
Societies’ attachment to media has increased as the development of technology increased. Social media, TV shows, movies, advertisements, and all forms of media play a large role in most Americans’ daily lives. The content that is advertised to us can... 
by Todd Taylor | May 14, 2022 | Addiction
Many individuals are aware of the potential risk involved with substance abuse and the use of illicit drugs. However, the abuse of over-the-counter (OTC) medication is rarely discussed. These medications can be very beneficial in dealing with a variety of symptoms,... 
by Todd Taylor | May 11, 2022 | Recovery
Moderation is an extremely important aspect to focus on through your addiction recovery process. Developing skills to moderate each aspect of your life can help you create balance and avoid dependence. Skills to Implement Moderation Understanding the importance... 
by Todd Taylor | May 8, 2022 | Recovery
Working as a mental health professional, you will see a lot of challenging cases. One of the most frustrating cases can be working with a client who does not see the harm of their actions and does not want to accept help or let go of the habits that are negatively... 
by Todd Taylor | May 7, 2022 | Addiction
The use of substances to promote athletic abilities and enhance sports performance is a common issue within the athletic field. There are a variety of substances that can be used for this short-term performance boost, but the risk of addiction and long-term effects... 
by Todd Taylor | May 5, 2022 | Addiction
Countries around the world differ in their legal drinking age. In America, the legal drinking age has been set at 21 years old since 1984. Many individuals are upset about this age restriction since it is three years past the point that people enter legal...
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