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Is Drug Addiction Genetic?
For ages, communities have struggled with the complex issue of drug addiction, which has left a path of destruction in its wake. While there are many factors that contribute to addiction, one that has long perplexed scientists and academics is whether this harmful habit has a genetic component. Does the occurrence of addiction in families suggest a hereditary predisposition? Can we link certain genes to addictive tendencies? Investigating the complex link between genetics and drug addiction helps us to understand the fundamental causes of this condition and may have implications for prevention, treatment, and stigma reduction. Faith in Recovery explores the fascinating query: Is drug addiction genetic?
Read MoreWays to Enjoy the Holidays in Sobriety
The holiday season is about celebration, connection, and creating joyful memories. While sobriety may change how you experience holiday gatherings, it doesn’t have to limit your enjoyment. In fact, it can make the season even more meaningful. From embracing new traditions to staying centered in your journey, here’s how to fully enjoy the holidays with a clear mind and open heart.
Read MoreThriving in Sobriety: 7 Tips to Cure Boredom in Recovery
Boredom can be a scary concept for anyone, but it’s even scarier for those in recovery. They may worry that without drugs or alcohol to keep them entertained; they will have nothing to fill their free time. However, finding constructive and fun activities in sobriety is essential for maintaining long-term recovery.
This article will explore the link between boredom and relapse and provide tips for curing boredom in recovery.
Read MoreAll Emotions Welcome: Why Emotions are Okay
There’s no such thing as good emotions and bad emotions—they’re all what makes us human. Here’s why we should reevaluate how we view and treat emotions.
As a society, we don’t try to hide the simple fact that we don’t like emotions. We view them as weak, as troublesome and useless, specifically if they are termed “negative.” They get in the way of our everyday lives. As a result, we do not express what we feel but instead suppress our emotions.
Read More5 Tips for Parents on Managing Holiday Stress
This article was written and published by RCA. The holiday season can be full of joy and connection, but it can also bring stress and anxiety—especially for parents trying to juggle family expectations, holiday activities, and other responsibilities. Parents often bear the weight of making the holidays magical for everyone else, which can easily lead to burnout. Whether…
Read MoreA Guide on How to Support Someone in Recovery
Want to make a difference in someone’s recovery journey? Being a reliable source of support is often the best thing you can do. Your encouragement can help them overcome obstacles, celebrate their victories, and feel less alone in what can be a challenging process. Peer support and family support are equally important—no matter how you’re connected to the person in recovery, there are ways you can be part of their vitally important support system.
Read MoreImagine Your Life After Addiction
Life can seem hopeless when you’re in the middle of an addiction. And these hopeless feelings can lead to resigning yourself to a life of dependence on alcohol and drugs. It’s a self-sustaining circle that keeps you in the middle of addictive activities.
However, there’s a way out. Faith based rehab facilities help people find their way out of the shadows of addiction through the teachings of the Bible. These words of truth act as a guide along the winding road to freedom from addiction. It takes a lot of work and dedication, but it is possible. Living a life free from addiction can give you a second chance.
Read MoreHow to Strengthen your Relationship with God in Recovery
As a Christian drug rehab, we understand the importance of maintaining your faith in God and your relationship with Him in recovery.
As with any relationship, our feelings often fluctuate, and we often become distracted by other things. Recovering from addiction is an especially challenging journey that involves a lot of change and discipline. It can be difficult to stay on track when you lose your center and your way in the Lord. We’re sharing some tips on how to strengthen your relationship with God in recovery that can help you find your way again.
Read MoreAddiction Recovery & Sobriety Phone Apps
After completing a treatment program for alcohol and/or substance misuse, individuals are advised to remain connected to supportive family and friends, as well as to support groups. This includes returning to a safe home environment or attending a sober living facility, depending on the situation, circumstances, and needs of the individual. Doing so allows those in sobriety to get the support they need in order to reach long-term recovery. Addiction recovery apps contribute to maintaining this process by providing 24-hour access to support in some sort of capacity.
Read MoreHow to Get Back on Track After Relapse
If you’ve just had a relapse and you’re researching what to do after relapse, you should feel incredibly proud. You’re not in denial, and you’re not hiding your head in the sand. Addiction is a chronic disease. That means that even when you go to rehab and get your symptoms under control, it’s not cured in the way an infection can be cured with antibiotics.
Substance use disorders occur for a mixture of genetic, environmental, and social reasons. It’s highly complex, but often a compulsion to numb or alter your consciousness comes from deep-rooted trauma.
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