Substituting one addiction with another is not uncommon in recovery. When a person is addicted to a substance or behavior, they may be at a higher risk for developing another addiction. Filling the void of using substances by becoming compulsive in another behavior...
Attending a 12-step meeting is a great way to connect with others who also want to recover from addiction. A variety of meeting options are available depending on your specific interest and need. Some meetings focus on listening to a speaker discuss their own...
“I still can go to work and do my job…I pay all the bills and am never late…I never neglect my children.” These are just some of the things a person may say when they are in denial that their drinking has become a problem. According to WebMD, people who use alcohol in...
Marijuana Can Be Addictive Since marijuana is now legal in many states, more and more people are using it medically and recreationally. This increase in use has led to many people developing a marijuana use disorder that can turn into an addiction. The National...
Environment, genetics, and mental health all play a role in how alcohol affects a person’s mind and body. Some people are more prone to developing dependence on alcohol. When a person becomes addicted to alcohol, it often takes priority over other things in their...
