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Do I Have to Cut off Friends Who Abuse Substances?

Do I Have to Cut off Friends Who Abuse Substances?

Many people in treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) have friends who actively abuse alcohol or drugs. Avoiding locations or people related to substance abuse promotes abstinence and reduces the risk of relapse. According to Substance Use and Misuse, “Research...
How Do I Tell My Friends I Don’t Drink Anymore?

How Do I Tell My Friends I Don’t Drink Anymore?

Recovering from alcohol use disorder (AUD) involves making significant lifestyle changes. Individuals in recovery often worry about how to approach the topic of their sobriety with friends, peer groups, and loved ones. According to the National Institute on Alcohol...
5 Ways to Fall Into Mindfulness

5 Ways to Fall Into Mindfulness

Fall is a time for reflection. As the year comes to a close, take the time to do a personal inventory and create some new personal goals that you’d like to accomplish before the end of the year. Fall is the perfect time to form new, healthy habits that can take...