The Difference Between AA and NA Meetings Explored
Sponsorship embodies the principle of service, reinforcing the sponsor’s sobriety while providing crucial support to the sponsee. In NA, terms like “addiction” and “substance abuse” are used to encompass a wide range of issues. AA, on the other hand, uses terms like “alcoholic” and “alcoholism,” which reflect its singular focus on alcohol dependency. These differences […]
High-Functioning Alcoholics Signs and Treatment
Some people struggle visibly with alcohol dependency, while others may appear to keep it all together and lead seemingly normal lives despite their addiction. This phenomenon is commonly referred to as high-functioning alcoholism. In this blog, we define what it means to be a high-functioning alcoholic, exploring signs and symptoms. Cannabis Seeds 101 In some […]
Alcohol and Anxiety: Panic Attacks After Drinking
Still, there are some groups for whom going sober might be the best policy, such as those with a family history of addiction, liver disease or cancer, Anton says. Abstinence is also important for people who are pregnant, take medications that interact with alcohol or have certain genetic conditions. A number of experts have recommended […]
Dozens Died in Sober Living Homes as Arizona Fumbled Fraud Response
Change can be painful and scary and many people truly believe they will dislike sobriety. I thought being sober was lame and I couldn’t understand why anyone would want to do it. I was convinced I would hate it and that I would be miserable. I think many people make this assumption before they even […]
Stages of Change in the Addiction Recovery Process
The collaborative nature of MI respects the diverse progression of individuals through the stages, acknowledging their readiness and ambivalence. Return to use is most common during the first 90 days of recovery. Relapse carries an increased risk of overdose if a person uses as much of the drug as they did before quitting. Studies show […]
