This will likely be the first of many conversations you’ll need to have regarding your loved one’s drug use. It may take several conversations for them to even acknowledge they have a problem, the first step on the road to recovery. Other people turn to drugs to change how they feel, to fit in, or to
Read MoreIn younger people, whose improvement could occur spontaneously over time, cognitive improvement seemed to be accelerated by practicing. In older alcoholic subjects, practicing helped increase their cognitive functioning, even on tests that would have revealed impairment for a much longer time if they had not practiced. Cognitive performance did not always improve to normal levels as
Read MoreAt the beginning of a new relationship, state your boundaries clearly and calmly and let the other person know you will reinforce them if necessary. Boundaries are meant to strengthen the connection between you and your partner, not punish them. Simply put, you need to explore your new life in recovery alone, find your passions, and
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