Alaine Sepulveda, Author at Workit Health

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Dry Tripping for Spring Break

With Spring Break upon us, here’s what you should know about dry tripping, the growing trend of alcohol-free travel.

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How to Get Ready for Suboxone Induction

Here’s what you need to do to get ready to begin Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) induction for opioid use disorder.

Giving up Alcohol for Lent

Giving up alcohol is a popular Lenten sacrifice. Here are some tips and considerations to help you make it from Ash Wednesday to Easter without drinking.

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Does Suboxone Make You Tired?

Does Suboxone make you tired? Here’s a look at why it might, how to cope, and when to talk to your doctor about it.

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How Does Alcohol Affect Depression?

Alcohol affects brain chemistry, so it’s no wonder that many use it when they’re feeling down. But how does alcohol really affect depression?

Super Bowl Sunday Sober

Enjoying the Super Bowl without drinking or drugs takes planning, especially in early recovery. Here are tips to get through the big game.

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Ground Yourself in Times of Stress

Stress and anxiety can be difficult for everyone, but pose special challenges for people in addiction recovery. Here are three simple grounding techniques to try when your thoughts spiral.

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Adding Tools to Your Recovery Toolkit

Your recovery toolkit is made of practices and strategies that support your recovery. Here are some more recovery tools to add to your toolkit.

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Why People Drink Alone

If drinking alone is bad, why do people do it anyway? Alaine dives into the reasoning behind why people drink alone.

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Beat the Winter Blues

Is the cold, dark of winter getting you down? Here are some suggestions for beating the winter blues while supporting your recovery.

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Why Try Dry January?

Are you wavering on whether or not to do Dry January this year? There are so many reasons to give it a try. Here are

How to Find Drug Addiction Help in New Mexico

Seeking help for opioid or alcohol use disorder in New Mexico? Here are answers about finding treatment in the Land of Enchantment.

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Setting Boundaries During the Holidays

Setting and maintaining healthy boundaries is an important coping skill in addiction recovery and can make holiday gatherings feel safer and more comfortable. Let’s talk about boundaries and some tips for setting them at your gatherings.

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Is It Safe to Take Suboxone if I Have Hepatitis C?

A lot of people with hepatitis C worry about the effect of medication on their liver. But Suboxone can be safe for those with hepatitis C.

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Safer Alcohol Withdrawal: The Slow Taper

Tapering down alcohol consumption (rather than stopping cold turkey) can reduce withdrawal symptoms and help stabilize early recovery. Let’s talk about this process.

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Encouraging a Loved One to Seek Addiction Recovery

Caring about a person with a substance use disorder can be hard, but there are things you can do to encourage a loved one to seek help.

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