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By
Johnny Joy

Keep your holidays healthy and happy this year!

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Why Tough Love May Not Be the Best Approach

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By
Anne Lopez


A certified Peer Recovery Specialist weighs in.

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From professional therapists to close friends, we all need trustworthy folks in our lives who help us wade through tough times and hard feelings.

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How do you have a productive talk about a tough topic? 

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By
Lorri Detrick

Learn the difference between action and awareness this Alcohol Awareness Month. 

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By
Holly Jespersen, Senior Communications Manager

The holidays look very different this year, but I am finding joy in the little things, practicing gratitude, and counting my blessings.

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The Core Elements that Are Part of the Standard Practice for Treating Substance Use Disorder

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By
Norah Benincasa Lasora

How to Understand When a Loved One Needs Help

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By
Emily George Tilley, LCSW-BACS

Do it for yourself. Collaborate with your support system. Set boundaries. And more.

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By
Dr. Elizabeth Salisbury-Afshar

Virtual treatment and recovery programs work well for many patients, but there are obstacles that must be addressed.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is deadly and devastating, and its impact is often overlooked.

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Experts want us to change how we talk about COVID-19 containment. Here's why.

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By
Holly Jespersen

My community supports my recovery. The idea of being so removed from it is a scary one.

By
Anne De Santis Lopez

A Certified Peer Recovery Specialist offers advice.

Help Communities Heal This Holiday Season

Help Communities Heal This Holiday Season

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