by Shae Adams | Oct 25, 2021 | Addiction
In the US, purchasing and drinking alcohol is legal. Often deemed as relatively safe, millions of people each year consume alcohol. However, when abused, consuming alcohol can be extremely dangerous. Not only can consuming large volumes of alcohol lead to addictions,...
by Shae Adams | Sep 30, 2021 | Addiction
It’s easy to feel defeated after a relapse. Whether you’ve had one drink, spent a night taking drugs, or relapsed on several occasions, it’s normal to feel ashamed and deflated. However, relapsing does not mean your recovery journey is over. In fact, many people go...
by Shae Adams | Sep 8, 2021 | Addiction
Shame is a crushing feeling of inadequacy that all of us feel at some point in our lives. However, when we feel it too strongly, it can become difficult to bear and may lead us to substance misuse and addiction. Understanding the relationship between shame and...
by Shae Adams | Aug 31, 2021 | Addiction
We have all seen the advertising campaigns marketing vaping as the new, “safe” alternative to cigarettes – but sadly, this is not the case. There may be potential for it as a method to help adults who are looking to phase out tobacco use, but in light of...