The holiday season can be a challenging time for staying sober, especially for college students and nurses who often face high-pressure environments and social settings filled with temptations.
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Summer can be a challenging time for individuals in recovery, but with the right strategies and support, it is possible to stay sober and enjoy all that the season has to offer. It’s important to discuss the importance of sobriety, the benefits of staying sober, the risks of substance abuse, strategies for maintaining sobriety, navigating social situations, coping mechanisms for cravings, and seeking professional help
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The concept of sobriety has evolved recently to include a new term: “California sober.” You may have heard this phrase, or “Cali-sober,” in conversations around lifestyle choices and substance use, particularly within communities that advocate for moderation or alternative approaches to sobriety.
Congratulations! You may have just completed substance abuse treatment at Northern Illinois or another treatment center. Now, you might be wondering, “What’s next?” Although making it through the treatment process was absolutely a major accomplishment, recovery doesn’t end here.
Independence Day is one of the highlights of summer. It means fun in the sun, backyard BBQs, fireworks, and friends. For people in recovery, it might also be a little stressful.
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What is sobriety? According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), the definition of sobriety is simply not being intoxicated. Furthermore, the manual explains that sobriety is more about the absence of drinking problems, not about abstinence.
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The holiday season can be a challenging time for staying…
Summer can be a challenging time for individuals in recovery,…
The concept of sobriety has evolved recently to include a…
Congratulations! You may have just completed substance abuse treatment at…
Independence Day is one of the highlights of summer. It…
What is sobriety? According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual…
