Hear how Affect member, Brian, overcame addiction to cocaine, heroin, and alcohol with the support of his counselor and group.
Read PostDuring September’s National Recovery Month, Affect.com highlights powerful stories that remind us: sobriety changes lives. One of the most inspiring examples is actor and director Bradley Cooper, who has been…
Read PostSeptember 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…
Read PostCelebrate your independence from drugs and alcohol 5 tips to protect sobriety and ways to moderate drinking when you feel tempted or pressured at parties and gatherings The Fourth of…
Read PostAnxiety isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always look like panic attacks or dramatic breakdowns. Sometimes, it shows up as overthinking every text message. Replaying conversations late at night. Feeling like something bad is about to happen — even when everything seems fine.
Read PostAnxiety isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always look like panic attacks or dramatic breakdowns. Sometimes, it shows up as overthinking every text message. Replaying conversations late at night. Feeling like something bad is about to happen — even when everything seems fine.
Read PostFor years, the idea that moderate alcohol consumption — especially wine — could be good for your heart or longevity was widely reported. But new, large-scale research has overturned this belief. The truth? No amount of alcohol is good for your health.
Read PostIt's a question more people are asking themselves than you might think: "Is my drinking making me depressed?" The relationship between alcohol and depression is complex — and deeply intertwined.…
Read PostThere’s a common belief that in order to recover from a substance use disorder (SUD), you have to escape your environment—pack a bag, head across the country, and check into a residential program. But the truth is, you can heal from home.
Read PostEmbracing Renewal on Your Recovery JourneyAs the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of spring, nature embarks on a journey of renewal and growth. Trees bud, flowers bloom,…
Read PostNew 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…
Read PostWhether or not you celebrate Christmas, the holidays can be tough. Between the office parties, family gatherings, and endless social media posts of festive cheer (always with a drink in…
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