Sober living

If you abstain from drinking for a few days and experience anxiety, depression, headaches, insomnia, or nausea, there’s a possibility you’re suffering from alcohol-related withdrawals. People suffering from alcoholism often struggle with the majority of all of the symptoms of alcohol use disorder described in the DSM-V. In other words, people who have developed a …

Alcohol Use Disorder: From Risk to Diagnosis to Recovery National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism NIAAA Read More »

After months or years of chemical dependency, the brain must relearn how to live a sober lifestyle. Keeping a trigger diary is an effective way for individuals to identify and anticipate triggers in their daily lives. When someone records detailed information on what, who, when, and where was the motivation before their use or craving, …

Internal and External Triggers: 13 Examples of Each One Read More »