September is National Recovery Month.
Tag: substance use disorders
New Year’s Resolution 2019: Tobacco-Free Recovery
Quitting smoking is a resolution many smokers set for themselves. It’s widely known that quitting has significant health benefits, but did you know it also can improve a person’s mental health? And for those with substance use disorders, smoking cessation is associated with increased odds of long-term recovery.
Smoking cessation is linked to decreased depression, anxiety, and stress. It’s a factor in experiencing improved positive mood and quality of life, and is also related to improved substance use disorder recovery outcomes. Research shows that quitting increases the odds of long-term recovery, whereas continued smoking increases the likelihood of relapse.
What Is Drunkorexia?
Experts discuss the relatively new disorder and the way it affects the body and mind.
Hospitality Industry Makes Efforts To Address Mental Health Issues, Addiction
Leaders in the industry are working to create national resources for those dealing with addiction and mental health issues.
Connection Between Addiction, Excess Social Media Use Explored
A new study’s results could potentially change the way excessive social media use is treated. There’s been a lot of debate over whether technology and social media can be addictive, and a study has strengthened the connection between the behaviors of people with substance use disorders and those who use social media excessively. “This result… Continue reading Connection Between Addiction, Excess Social Media Use Explored
Kevin Hart Details Forgiving His Father For Being Absent Due To Addiction
With the help of his older brother, Hart eventually put aside his feelings and helped his father find help in rehabilitation. Comic actor Kevin Hart spoke at length about the process of forgiving his father, Henry Witherspoon, for being absent during his childhood due to drug and alcohol dependency. The Night School star wrote about his… Continue reading Kevin Hart Details Forgiving His Father For Being Absent Due To Addiction