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Get the Facts: Substance Use in the LGBTQ Community

Reviewed by: Aware Recovery Care Addiction impacts people from all walks of life. However, certain groups experience addiction at higher rates than others. Even though members of the LGBTQ community are more likely to use to drugs and alcohol, there aren’t many studies that focus specifically on why this might

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How Are Men Really Doing?

Reviewed by: Lauren Grawert, M.D. June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. So, how are men doing? Well, unfortunately things could be better. Despite all our progress in other health arenas, there is still significant stigma and misunderstanding surrounding male mental health. Current American expectations still dictate that men should

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Understanding Alcohol’s Toll on Mental Wellness

Reviewed by: Aware Recovery Care It’s not uncommon to turn to alcohol to cope with trauma, mental health struggles, and plain old stress. All around us, cultural messages perpetuate the myth that alcohol can soothe and heal our psychic ills. Just turn on a TV sitcom and you may see

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The Hidden Toll: How Alcohol Affects Your Body from Head to Toe

Reviewed by: Aware Recovery Care For many people in recovery—or those supporting a loved one who’s struggling—alcohol isn’t something to take lightly. Whether you’ve experienced the painful cycle of addiction firsthand or witnessed its effects in someone close to you, the physical toll alcohol takes on the body is a

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Women, Hormones & Substance Use: What We Know Now

Reviewed by: Aware Recovery Care Women and men are not exactly the same when it comes to substance use. Yet, as medical science has historically focused more on male subjects, there are gaps of knowledge around women and substance use, which modern science is only now beginning to fill. Let’s

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How to Rebuild Family Relationships in Addiction Recovery

Reviewed by: Aware Recovery Care The impact of addiction reaches far beyond the person abusing substances—it can negatively affect everyone in that person’s life. Among those relationships, family can be most affected. On top of the legal and financial problems caused by addiction, families can experience stress and emotional trauma.

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Couples Rehab: Addressing Addiction Together

Reviewed by: Aware Recovery Care You may be considering couples rehab, which would allow you and your significant other to attend inpatient rehab together. During couples rehab, you are able to address substance use that has affected your relationship.  Both you and partner may be dealing with substance use disorders.

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Opioid Rehab: Treatment Options & What to Expect

Reviewed by: Aware Recovery Care Opioid addiction is a complex issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Whether someone is battling prescription opioid abuse or illicit opioid use, finding the right treatment is essential for recovery. This article explores opioid rehab treatment options, as well as their duration, success rates,

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Navigating Cocaine Detox: What to Expect and How to Cope

Reviewed by: Aware Recovery Care Starting the cocaine detox process may understandably feel overwhelming at first. While the process certainly presents challenges, having clear information about what to expect makes a significant difference.  This guide walks you through the cocaine detox process so you can approach recovery with confidence. Remember,

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