A woman helping a friend understand the signs of eating disorders

How To Recognize Signs of Eating Disorders

There are many types of disordered eating habits, but a diagnosable eating disorder affects the social and occupational functioning of the patient in profound, sometimes life-threatening ways. Eating disorders often begin with the desire to become more attractive, confident, healthy, or in control. An eating disorder involves a pattern of self-inflicted starvation or self-induced vomiting.…

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New Year’s Resolutions for People in Recovery

Making New Year’s resolutions for recovery is a great way to start the new year with a healthy, life-changing decision. During the holidays, the amount of drinking and drug use increases as people celebrate the holidays and new beginnings. For those in recovery, it can mean an increased risk of temptations that can lead to…

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Tips for Staying Sober this New Year’s

Having a sober New Year’s celebration can seem overwhelming for people who have just completed addiction recovery. Being around people drinking and celebrating can be overwhelming and cause cravings unless they prepare ahead of time and be smart about where they go on New Year’s Eve. Unfortunately, hanging out with old friends who drink and…

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Discovering Your Relapse Triggers

Even after you have worked hard to overcome addiction with the help of an addiction treatment center, relapse is still a risk. In fact, relapse impacts more than half of all people who have achieved sobriety after a substance abuse disorder. Often, there are triggers that can signal a potential relapse. By discovering your own…