Clubs and raves are almost as well-known for their drugs as for music and dancing, with millions of people around the world participating in a culture of use and abuse while out. These drugs range from the well-known MDMA (methylenedioxymethamphetamine) to a range of less-identifiable drugs known...
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Aug
15
2018
When the time came in my recovery to apologize to and make amends with all of the people I hurt during my using, I expected I would finally be free of all of the guilt I carried.It didn't quite work out that way.The Value of an ApologyFirst of all, not everyone accepted my apology or wanted to ma...
Aug
09
2018
Boundaries are an incredibly healthy part of any relationship, but when your loved one is addicted to a substance, good boundaries can mean the difference between a toxic relationship that harms you and them and one in which both of you can benefit. Addiction changes people, damaging the ego and ...
Aug
01
2018
After I hit my bottom and came into recovery I realized that I had super low self-esteem, and that those feelings would need to change somehow. I thought once I got sober that it would be a piece of cake. After all, my drinking was what caused all of my problems.I was clueless.GETTING TO KNOW MYS...
Jul
24
2018
Marijuana is an increasingly accepted drug which has been legalized in 9 states for recreational use. With as many as 61% of Americans supporting further legalization, acceptance of the drug is at an all-time high. That's not a surprise, considering 52% of Americans admit to having tried cannabis...
Jul
17
2018
When I was drinking, I loved being the center of attention. I was the girl who stood up on a table at the bar singing and dancing. I was also the girl who started a fight over the smallest slight, real or imagined. When I got sober, I thought that all that drama would be over with. I quickly real...
Jul
11
2018
If you suspect your loved one may be addicted to a substance, you’re not alone. More than 24.5 million Americans abuse substances like alcohol and opioids, and many more experience unhealthy relationships with these substances. If you’re trying to determine if your loved one is using or has gone ...
Jul
03
2018
Memorial Day weekend always brought back memories of the good old days, the days I could no longer fully enjoy. Between the barbeques and bonfires, fireworks and pool parties, there was booze everywhere. I tried not attending any of these events, but then I felt left out and lonely. I tried going...
Jun
28
2018
Whether you're recently out of rehab or have been clean or sober for some time, you will likely spend a considerable amount of time struggling with your self-esteem. Substance use and abuse is often detrimental to your sense of identity and self, while social pressure and stigma can make you feel...
Jun
20
2018
The truth hurts. While not a 12-step cliche, it was my introduction to them. All of those trite, so-called words of wisdom emanating from the lips of the old-timers felt like someone was jamming bamboo sticks under my fingernails.Most annoying was that everyone who was dropping these lines had be...
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