A “dry drunk” is someone sober but still stuck in addictive thinking: Irritability, denial, or emotional shutdown Recovery takes more than just stopping use Therapy helps address root issues Recovering from alcohol use disorder (AUD) can be a long journey. For many who choose to stop drinking, the path is strewn with obstacles and detours. […]
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If you had a personality disorder, would you know it? More importantly, would you know how to manage it? The term “personality disorder” might feel like a burden or an embarrassment, but it’s nothing to be ashamed or afraid of. About 9% of American adults have some kind of personality disorder, and plenty of folks
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You’ve decided to enter substance abuse treatment, or you’re looking into the possibilities. This is a huge but intimidating step in the recovery process — you should be proud of yourself for acknowledging you need help. However, once you’ve made the choice, it can be difficult to know which route is the one for you.
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If you’re part of the 29% of U.S. adults diagnosed with depression , you know how difficult it is to live with. Depression is a common but serious mood disorder that negatively affects how you think, feel and behave. You may have persistent feelings of sadness and struggle to complete day-to-day activities. If these symptoms
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Did you know that a recent study found that more than half of respondents used at least one emotional defense mechanism? Many people use these mechanisms to help them deal with circumstances their brains find traumatic or uncomfortable, like perceived threats, guilt, shame or anxiety. While some of these mechanisms can be beneficial, others can
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Serotonin helps regulate mood, sleep, and emotion: Low levels are linked to depression symptoms SSRIs aim to boost serotonin activity It’s one piece of a larger brain chemistry puzzle Serotonin is one of the “feel good” chemicals the body uses to regulate mood. When your serotonin levels are normal, you tend to sleep better, have
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Have you ever lived with someone who avoids all perceived conflict? Maybe a roommate dodges your calls when you’re upset or won’t talk about household issues. Passive-aggressive behaviors can include everything from giving you the silent treatment to sulking or playing the victim. What Is Passive Aggression? Before you can start working on passive-aggressive habits
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Gaslighting is emotional manipulation that makes you question your reality: Common in abusive relationships Involves denial, blame-shifting, and confusion Undermines confidence and trust Most people have heard the term gaslighting before, since the word has grown in popularity in modern culture. The term originated from a 1944 film, Gaslight, in which a man manipulates his
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Relationships, whether friendly or romantic, tend to be quite revealing. A relationship can uncover gaps in your life you didn’t know existed or fill all the spaces you’ve always felt were empty. However, a relationship can also turn you from a happy, confident person into an insecure mess who worries about losing the person you
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Self‑harm, also known as nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI), is the deliberate act of hurting yourself without the intent to die. It’s deeply connected to mental health and emotional distress. People often use self-harm to cope with overwhelming emotions such as anger, anxiety, shame, numbness or despair, and it serves as a release valve when internal pain
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