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Blog Posts About Addiction/Substance Abuse

Discover blogs about addiction & substance abuse from experts at our mental health clinic. Gain relevant insights & support for overcoming different addictions.

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Is Alcoholism Genetic?

Alcoholism, or alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, impacting not only those who struggle with it but also their families and communities. It is a complex disorder influenced by a variety of factors, includ...

January 06, 2025

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Famous Alcoholics & What We Should Have Learned From Them

Alcoholism is a chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol; It is an addiction. People struggling with alcoholism do not know when or how to stop drinking, even if they want to. They spend a lot of time thinking ...

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Recognizing the Signs of Alcohol Abuse & Dependence

Alcohol is a very prevalent part of our culture, and many cultures around the world. Drinking can start at a young age, and the younger some individuals begin, the more issues it can potentially create. Drinking continuously can lead to an alcohol addicti...

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Sobriety Tips: How Can I Enjoy Social Situations Without Alcohol?

April is Alcohol Awareness Month and in honor of this, Clarity Clinic is offering support to those who are examining their relationship with alcohol. Perhaps you have made the decision to pursue sobriety and are navigating new terrain to recover from alco...

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Does Alcohol Affect Depression & Anxiety?

April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Each year, in the United States alone, 140,000 people die from misusing alcohol (NIAAA). It is estimated that in 2022 alone, more than 28.8 million people suffered from an Alcohol Use Disorder. (NIAAA). Heavy alcohol use...

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Prioritizing Prevention: Navigating National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

March 18-March 24, 2024 is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week. During this week, there is a heightened focus on opening the dialogue about substance use and its impacts. The following are a few facts about Drugs and Alcohol use:

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5 Benefits of Community for Addiction Recovery

Making the decision to pursue addiction recovery is often challenging. The difficulties of recovery are pervasive and often stem from relationships. People often ask themselves, “Who will I spend my time with once I am sober,” “How will my family and frie...

October 04, 2023

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Alcohol Withdrawal and Nightmares

Beginning the journey of recovering from alcohol use disorder can be daunting. Many unknowns exist in the space of recovery, and some are downright scary. As a substance abuse professional, when working with folks considering sobriety, a common fear that ...

September 06, 2023

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Alcohol Abuse: The Reality

Alcohol abuse has existed throughout history. Alcohol abuse can be defined as using alcohol in higher quantities than desired over a long time. Alcohol abuse can lead to changes in behavior, impairment of functioning, decreased or inability to follow thro...

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Curious About Sober Curiosity?

The term sober curious originates with author Ruby Warrington, whose 2018 book of the same title encouraged readers to explore and change their relationship with alcohol. The phrase has become associated with a “sober curious movement” of people taking a ...

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Fentanyl, Narcan, and What All Parents Need to Know

Narcan medication has been around since the 1970s. It is a lifesaving drug that can reverse an opioid overdose and give people time to get to the hospital for treatment. I remember in 2015 when the nasal spray came out. It was remarkable, now anyone anywh...

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The Science Behind Retail Therapy

Something that I know will never fail to bring me joy is wandering the aisles of Target. Immediately after my divorce, I drove myself straight to Target and Target did not fail me. This is a phenomenon that many of us experience. Either just walking aroun...

January 04, 2023

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