There has been a strong connection liked between being exposed to trauma and substance abuse disorder. People who have been through traumatic experiences such as child abuse, war, domestic violence, and even mental abuse often turn to drugs or alcohol to self medicate to help with feeling the emotional pain, anxiety, and memories. It is [...]
What does recovery mean to you? Are you recovering, or are you completely recovered? I was recently asked this question, and it had me stumped for a moment. What does recovery genuinely mean to me? I had to ask myself, am I recovered? If I am sober and living an amazingly clean and healthy life, [...]
Living with mental health illness can be very difficult at times, not just for the unwell but for the loved ones as well. Did you know that 1 in 4 adults suffer from mental illness? Living with a mental health disorder has a significant effect on day to day life. It effects your mood, thinking, [...]
Many of us have someone close to us addicted to drugs or alcohol; unfortunately, it is more common than not. We find ourselves trying everything in our power to help our addicted loved ones cope or provide them with what we think helps them. We have to stop and ask ourselves if the "help" we [...]
