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June is Men’s Health Month. Every year, the month is recognized by the White House as a Congressional Health Education Program. The goal of Men’s Health Month is to increase awareness of preventable health issues and promote early detection and treatment of disease. This month encourages men, boys, and their family members across the country …

The road to addiction recovery is not an easy one to take. It’s likely that those suffering from drug or alcohol addiction will face many challenges as they pursue a new life in sobriety. Recovery is a life-long journey that requires continuous dedication, so it’s important to stay vigilant and inspired. One of the things …

Once you have experienced the pangs of addiction, you know that it’s a very personal thing that affects everyone differently. It’s estimated that there are more than 23 million people that suffer from either drug or alcohol addiction, yet only one out of every ten will seek help for their problem. Your personal story can …

In order to help people with addictions, it’s important to understand what addiction is, how it works, and why people become and stay addicted to substances. A good way to understand addiction is to understand the effects it has on the addict’s brain. By understanding addiction in that way, people will have a stronger foundation …

Overcoming an addiction to drugs, alcohol, or even prescription medication is never an easy task and often requires a constant commitment to a life of sobriety. Understanding the importance of cultivating self-forgiveness throughout the addiction recovery process is essential to move forward while maintaining a positive lifestyle and a healthy future outlook. With the right …

A famous quote about recovery says, “You do not recover from addiction by stopping using. You recover by creating a new life where it is easier to not use. If you do not create a new life, then all the factors that brought you to your addiction will eventually catch up with you again.” The …