Holi-Dazed and Confused
By: Michael Murphy, Transformations Manager of Alumni Services And just like that, the 2022 Holiday Season is coming to an end. I hope it was a very happy, merry, and…
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During my twenty-five year career in substance abuse treatment, I’ve frequently heard family members (and clients) insist that "Alcohol isn't his/her/my problem - drugs are!" and "Alcoholism isn't his/her/my problem - addiction is!" as if the same principles of recovery from chemical dependency don't apply to any dysfunctional situation where alcohol either isn't present or isn't present enough to be identified as the primary drug-of-choice.
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By: Michael Murphy, Transformations Manager of Alumni Services And just like that, the 2022 Holiday Season is coming to an end. I hope it was a very happy, merry, and…
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A Guide to Managing Mental Health During the Holidays ‘Tis the season to protect your mental health. You’re not alone if you struggle with your mental health during the holidays….
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By: Michael Murphy, Transformations Manager of Alumni Services Ah yes, “New Year, New Me.” Goes right up there with, “Live, Laugh, Love…” and the million other Bed Bath and Beyond…
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The journey to staying sober is a difficult one, but those in recovery face particularly tough times during the holidays. Whether it’s stress or simply being around old friends who haven’t changed, there are countless pitfalls on the road to sobriety. Fortunately, there are several proven methods to help avoid these pitfalls. If you take the following tips to heart, you can have a fun and sober holiday season.
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When overcoming alcoholism or substance abuse, those in recovery encounter countless triggers. And if ever there were a daunting task for these individuals, it’s the celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Many…
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By: Michael Murphy, Transformations Alumni Coordinator The Bermuda Triangle and recovery. Two things you don’t typically see being discussed together. Kind of like lamb and tuna fish (where my Big…
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10 Good Reasons to Start Treatment Over the Thanksgiving Holiday Mental health and substance abuse issues seldom resolve themselves. The road to recovery often feels overwhelming. Those who struggle with…
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When overcoming alcoholism or substance abuse, those in recovery encounter countless triggers. And if ever there were a daunting task for these individuals, it’s the celebration of St. Patrick’s Day….
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By: Keith Berger, Coordinator of Family Integrated Services I’ve come to believe, through decades of personal and professional experience, that the diseases of alcoholism/addiction and other mental illnesses do not…
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