Is it Dangerous to Mix Alcohol & NSAIDs?
Typical over-the-counter (OTC) medications seen as relatively harmless on their own become potentially dangerous when ingested with alcohol or when alcohol is already in your system. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)…
The Crucial Role of Step Work in Addiction Recovery
Recovery is a journey; for many, step work is integral to this process. Research suggests that step work, in conjunction with therapy, might not only lead to increased rates of…
Look Out for This Typical Addict Behavior in Relationships
All types of relationships, be they friendly, romantic, or familial, are strained when addiction is involved. Despite their differences, the harmful patterns disrupting these relationships are very similar. Recognizing common…
Is Mixing Energy Drinks with Alcohol Safe?
Energy drinks are beverages with high levels of stimulant substances (generally sugar, caffeine, and herbal extracts) marketed as a quick solution to increase mental awareness and physical performance. Red Bull,…
Buprenorphine: FDA Warnings Include Tooth Decay
Buprenorphine is one of the most effective medications for treating opioid use disorder (OUD). When combined with counseling and behavioral therapies, buprenorphine can help people with opioid addiction achieve and…
How Cinderella Syndrome Impacts Addiction
Cinderella syndrome (also sometimes referred to as a Cinderella complex or the Cinderella effect) is a psychological condition when a person has “an unconscious desire to be taken care of…
7 Tips for Dealing with Stress in Sobriety
Nothing can hijack sobriety progress quite like stress. The emotional response can trigger cravings, disrupt emotional stability, impair decision-making abilities, undermine coping strategies, and exacerbate mental health issues. That’s why…
90 in 90: A Strong Start to Recovery in AA
There are quite a few mantras widely used by AA’ers—many you have very likely heard before—like “Easy does it”, “Keep it simple”, or “One day at a time”. But they’re…
What Does Principles Before Personalities Mean in AA?
In Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), the last of the Twelve Traditions uses the phrase “Principles before personalities.” If you, like many other AA members, are stumped by what that means or…
The Serenity Prayer: Do You Know the Long Version?
When most people think of the Serenity Prayer, they often recall the powerful opening lines: “God, grant me the serenity to accept things I can not change, the courage to…