You need not use traditional holiday colors or symbols for decorating (unless they bring you joy, of course). Pick colors that reframing holidays in early recovery give you a sense of happiness peace, safety, lightness or calm. If you find yourself triggered by certain activities or interactions, do your best to replace them with emotionally […]
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Politely decline when necessary, and remember that it’s perfectly acceptable to allocate your time and energy to what matters most to you. Saying no is a powerful skill when it comes to setting boundaries. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, substance use may be even higher than in previous years. How to Set Healthy Boundaries […]
The most effective treatments for opioid use disorder include the combined use of medication and behavioral treatment. These treatments are routinely provided on an outpatient basis, including primary care or at federally regulated opioid treatment programs. They can also be provided at a part- or full-time residential facility that specializes in treating substance use disorders. […]
If you do start using the drug, it’s likely you’ll lose control over its use again — even if you’ve had treatment and you haven’t used the drug for some time. The best way to prevent an addiction to a drug is not to take the drug at all. If your health care provider prescribes […]