September is National Recovery Month—a time to recognize the strength of people in recovery, applaud the families and clinicians who support them, and remind everyone that help works and hope is warranted. This year’s theme, “Recovery is REAL (Restoring Every Aspect of Life),”
read moreNew Year’s resolution: to quit drinking alcohol and get sober. The New Year is a time for fresh starts and bold goals, and for many, it’s the perfect opportunity to make a life-changing New Year’s resolution: to quit drinking alcohol and get sober. Whether you’re ready to stop drinking to improve your health, save money,…
read moreAfter the excesses of the holidays, millions of people are participating in Dry January—an initiative that originated in the United Kingdom. It involves abstaining from alcohol for the entire month.
read moreThe stigma of addiction is a barrier that keeps people from getting the help they need and it affects the lives of millions of Americans who are living in active recovery from substance use disorders (SUD). In this video, four celebrities in open recovery who advocate for those still suffering discuss the stigma. While 54%…
read moreAffect’s App helps you track your progress through Sober OctoberTrack your progress and get tools to help you created by experts in substance use and neuroscience. Sober October is a time to reflect on your relationship to alcohol and substances and Affect has something new for you every day of the month. There are no…
read moreDo the Sober October Challenge with Affect You may be hearing about it online and wondering, what is Sober October? Sober October is a growing movement where millions of people around the world commit to not drinking for the month of October. Whether you’re curious about your relationship with alcohol or want to experience the…
read more“Goofballing” is a slang term used to describe the dangerous practice of mixing opioids, such as heroin, with stimulants, such as methamphetamine or cocaine. This combination of depressants and stimulants can produce intense, unpredictable effects and significantly increases the risk of overdose and other serious health complications. The opposing actions of these substances on the…
read moreMay 7 is National Fentanyl Awareness Day in the United States. It is a day for remembering those lost to fentanyl poisoning and overdose and to educate the public about the deadly dangers of this drug crisis. It’s also a moment of hope, because there is effective help available to treat fentanyl addiction as well as other opioid use disorders. A…
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read moreThe truth is, you’re risking your job if you don’t get help Did you know that people in recovery from addiction to drugs and alcohol who are not actively using are you may need to inform your employer to get the time off in some cases to use family and medical leave. A telehealth outpatient rehab program…
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