3 Tips for Avoiding the Holiday Blues
Cheer is not always the prevailing emotion at the holidays. Many people experience serious holiday blues that are more than just an isolated bad mental health day. Getting out of…
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4 Common Holiday Triggers
For many people, holidays are joyous occasions that bring family and friends together. However, for those in recovery, the holidays can be filled with endless addiction triggers that lead to…
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Staying Sober for the Holidays
For anyone recovering or dealing with addiction, the holidays are a trying time. It’s common for people to get together during the holidays with family and friends. Unfortunately, it’s also…
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Overcoming Disordered Eating Triggers During the Holidays
Food and family are two hallmarks of the holiday season. Sharing big meals is often a staple of family get-togethers and holiday celebrations. For people struggling who suffer from disordered…
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Avoiding Anxiety Triggers on Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to gather and celebrate with family and loved ones. In theory, it allows people to reflect on what they are grateful for while enjoying some good…
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Ways Yoga Can Improve Addiction Recovery
Yoga is a holistic treatment that can help those in recovery heal both their mind and their body. Yoga involves breathing exercises, postures, guided imagery, and meditation to enhance overall…
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Addressing Your Disordered Eating Before the Holidays
Holiday festivities often encourage eating and drinking alcohol in quantities that would otherwise be discouraged. Those with disordered eating likely feel a great deal of stress and anxiety leading up…
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Benefits of Attending Long-Term Rehab
Some issues take longer than others to resolve. The Willows at Red Oak Recovery® offers long-term rehab programs that can extend 90 days or more as necessary. Three months may…
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3 Gateway Drugs to Be Cautious Of
When someone mentions gateway drugs, they’re talking about certain habit-forming substances resulting in dependency and addiction. These substances have the potential to lead individuals to use other, more dangerous substances.…
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Opiate Withdrawal Symptoms To Look For During Recovery
It’s essential to learn the signs of opiate withdrawal so that you can take the proper steps toward proper medical intervention. If a person has stopped using opiates and has…
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