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HEADS UP – The Recovery Toolbox
You have made the decision to stop using or doing "it." It might to stop drinking, stop using drugs, stop gambling, control your eating, or stop sexual acting out. I collectively call all those substances and behaviors "IT." The question now...
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Getting Enough Sleep
Many patients complain they do not get enough sleep at night. They either cannot fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up too much at night. Sometimes a graveyard work schedule disturbs their sleep. Other times they find their sleep disturbed by...
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Addiction and the Family
Alcohol and drug abuse have a devastating effect on the family. An addicted person can appear to function adequately, but the negative effects of the addicted person’s use shows up first with the family Over time, we have learned the addicted...
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Anger Management – The 6R’s
Anger is an important emotion. It is the emotional response to perceived injustice. It is a necessary emotion that protects us, our family, and our friends. Like any emotion, it must be regulated and directed towards positive results that benefit...
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