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Dec 1, 2024

Triggers in Addiction Recovery

Addiction recovery is often a challenging journey, fraught with complications and obstacles. However, it is ultimately rewarding and necessary for…

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by MCA Staff
Jul 18, 2023
Essential Coping Skills for Addiction Recovery: A Comprehensive List

Essential Coping Skills for Addiction Recovery: A Comprehensive List

Addiction recovery is often a challenging journey, fraught with complications and obstacles. However, it is ultimately rewarding and necessary for…

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by MCA Staff
Jul 12, 2023
Unveiling the Importance of Sleep in Addiction Recovery

Unveiling the Importance of Sleep in Addiction Recovery

Understanding the significance of sleep during addiction recovery can be a game-changer for many individuals on their journey to sobriety….

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by MCA Staff
Jul 6, 2023
Substance Abuse Among Veterans: Supporting Our Heroes

Substance Abuse Among Veterans: Supporting Our Heroes

The issue of substance abuse among veterans is significant. It requires our attention and understanding. Many of our heroes return…

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by Joe Curran
Jun 30, 2023
The Need for Progression in the 12 Steps

The Need for Progression in the 12 Steps

The 12 Steps were written down for the first time when Bill Wilson penned the Big Book in 1939.  The…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 16, 2023
Why Do Addicts Relapse When Things Are Good? Top Reasons

Why Do Addicts Relapse When Things Are Good? Top Reasons

Addiction recovery and addiction relapse triggers are complex. There’s also a complex paradox that comes in the recovery landscape. This…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 13, 2023
Understanding the Family Dynamics in Addiction

Understanding the Family Dynamics in Addiction

Addiction is more than just a personal battle. It’s a struggle that can spread through the entire family. Family dynamics…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 8, 2023
Understanding Internal and External Triggers in Addiction Recovery

Understanding Internal and External Triggers in Addiction Recovery

Recovery from drug and alcohol addiction is a complex and long-term journey. It requires commitment, perseverance, and self-awareness. A key…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 3, 2023
Types of Dual Diagnosis: Understanding Examples & Treatment

Types of Dual Diagnosis: Understanding Examples & Treatment

Have you ever heard of the term dual diagnosis? It refers to a condition where an individual has both a…

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by MCA Staff
May 31, 2023
The Vital Importance of Aftercare in Addiction Recovery

The Vital Importance of Aftercare in Addiction Recovery

Recovery from addiction is a challenging and ongoing process that requires support and resources beyond the initial treatment phase. While…

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by MCA Staff
May 22, 2023
How Exercise Can Boost Your Addiction Recovery Process

How Exercise Can Boost Your Addiction Recovery Process

Addiction recovery is a complex, challenging journey that requires multifaceted support. One commonly overlooked aspect is the role of exercise…

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by MCA Staff
May 19, 2023
Mental Health and Alcohol Addiction: A Comprehensive Guide to Dual Diagnosis

Mental Health and Alcohol Addiction: A Comprehensive Guide to Dual Diagnosis

The link between mental health and alcohol addiction is complex. Still, Massachusetts Center for Addiction offers evidence-based dual diagnosis treatment…

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by MCA Staff
May 17, 2023
Relapse in Addiction Recovery: Unraveling the Truths and Myths

Relapse in Addiction Recovery: Unraveling the Truths and Myths

Addiction is a journey that countless individuals find themselves embarking on, often unwillingly. Whether it’s an addiction to alcohol, drugs,…

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