There is a lot of confusion and contradictory information surrounding dating in recovery. Some experts recommend waiting until you have achieved a full year of sobriety before putting yourself out there for romance. Others believe that this is not practical advice and it would be better to give individuals in recovery tools to manage dating…
After childbirth, a new mother experiences a wide range of emotions. They may feel joy, excitement, fear, sadness, or a combination of them all. Often described as “baby blues,” it is common for new mothers to have feelings of sadness. For most women, baby blues decrease gradually over the first few weeks following childbirth. A…
If you have watched a friend or loved one endure intimate partner violence, you are probably overjoyed that they finally were able to leave the abusive situation. Someone who has recently found the courage to leave an abusive situation will need a lot of respect and compassion. It is crucial that you understand what kind…
When a person is struggling with addiction, it can throw their life into a state of chaos. Everything becomes unbalanced. Unfortunately, it is not just their life that is impacted by the disease of addiction. Addiction is often described as a family disease. Significant others, children, and extended family members are often negatively affected. If…
Both men and women can struggle with mental health issues and depression; however, it is common for men to find it difficult to express emotions and accept help. This is due to many factors, including a lack of knowledge of the importance of men’s mental health and an unwillingness to accept help. Men also typically…
Finding the ideal sponsor for your recovery can be challenging when initiating treatment. A sponsor plays a major role in an individual’s recovery and is expected to support individuals through their 12-Step process. A good sponsor is someone who helps guide you through a 12-Step program without judgment and makes themselves available when you need…
Coming to the harsh realization that substance use disorder (SUD) may have impacted your life beyond the imaginable can be a harsh awakening. However, addiction is a brain disease that can gradually take control of every aspect of a person’s life, depending on the severity and duration. Substance use disorders can cause us to damage…
As mothers, wives, and business or work-oriented women, it is easy to place the importance of our mental health last in our checklists. While we may have a million things to worry about, neglecting our mental health will result in higher levels of stress and can negatively affect our mental health and other aspects of…