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MASH Standards

By |March 9th, 2023|Sober living|

A significant milestone in MASH’s history occurred in 2011 when the National Alliance for Recovery Residences was founded. NARR established national standards for recovery residences, which MASH adopted and tailored to mash certified sober homes meet the specific needs of Massachusetts. This alignment with NARR standards helped MASH strengthen its certification process and expand its [...]

Brother Marquis dead: 2 Live Crew rapper has died at 58

By |March 9th, 2023|Sober living|

This pressure can come from fans, record labels, and the industry as a whole. Rappers may feel compelled to project an image of success, wealth, and a "party lifestyle" to appeal to their audience and maintain their popularity. It can lead to missed shows, canceled tours, and a decline in the quality of their music. [...]

Alcohol’s Effects on the Body National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism NIAAA

By |January 23rd, 2023|Sober living|

This experimental design can be further modified by the use of discriminative contextual cues. This means that certain contextual cues (e.g., a unique odor or testing environment) will indicate to the animal that responding will pay off with delivery of alcohol reinforcement, whereas a different contextual cue is used to signal that responding will not [...]

Is He or She an Addict First? Or a Narcissist First?

By |November 9th, 2022|Sober living|

ContentCan narcissism cause alcohol use disorder?TreatmentDual Diagnosis Treatment for Narcissism and AlcoholismTreatment options for narcissistic alcoholicsHow Narcissists Use Enablers You may also suggest individual therapy for your partner to address their alcoholism and narcissistic tendencies. However, remember that treatment can only be effective if they are willing to acknowledge their issues and actively engage in [...]

How to Get Sober and What to Expect

By |May 2nd, 2022|Sober living|

Just keep in mind that your improvements won't happen overnight. People in recovery from a substance use disorder frequently have problems meeting work-related responsibilities, maintaining employment, and managing money. If you were active in your addiction for a period of time, you may have developed financial problems. A structured routine will help you achieve other [...]

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders FASDs Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

By |February 22nd, 2022|Sober living|

It’s important to make an early diagnosis of fetal alcohol syndrome. If you’re currently pregnant and drinking alcohol, stop immediately to try to lower the risk of FAS. A permanent condition, fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) happens when a person consumes any amount of alcohol during a pregnancy. Alcohol use during pregnancy can interfere with the [...]

8 best alcohol support groups of 2022

By |August 20th, 2021|Sober living|

The app creates an on-demand atmosphere where users can express their need for support and connect with other sober folks to help them through difficult times. Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART) is an international community of mutual-support groups that cover conditions like substance use disorders, eating disorders, gambling, and more. They can also be beneficial [...]

8 best alcohol support groups of 2022

By |August 18th, 2021|Sober living|

The sad truth is that nobody can make an addict want to stop using drugs. Those people who are close to the addict can get sucked into the whirling vortex of addiction and lose themselves. Dealing with a drug addict can make life seem hopeless as you helplessly watch your loved one waste away from [...]

Recovering Alcoholic Tattoos

By |November 20th, 2020|Sober living|

Common symbols and designs found in sobriety tattoos include the sober circle and triangle, which represent unity, recovery, and service. Another popular choice is getting one’s sobriety date tattooed as a reminder of their journey. These sobriety symbols serve as powerful reminders of the individual’s commitment to sobriety. This sobriety tattoo features an inspiring quote, [...]

The 5 Types of Alcoholics

By |November 9th, 2020|Sober living|

About75%have never been married,36.5%are still in school, and54%work full time. Approximately22%have a first- or second-degree family member who is also dependent on alcohol. Compared to other types of alcoholics, young adults areless likely to have psychiatric disorders or legal problems. Chronic severe alcoholics include the highest percentage of people struggling with co-occurring psychiatric disorders and [...]