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?
Alaine Sepulveda
Alaine Sepulveda is a content strategist in recovery from alcohol. She believes that engaging people and sharing stories with them allows us to spread knowledge, and to help others in the path to recovery. She holds an MA in Communication Studies from New Mexico State University.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Harnessing the Power of Positive Affirmations
Positive affirmations can help people achieve better self-confidence, reduce stress, and improve problem-solving abilities. Here’s how to use them.
Workit Health’s Medical Providers
Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are well-trained, licensed clinicians who see most of our members at Workit Health. Here is a look at these roles, and how they provide care.
How Do I Know If My Suboxone Dose Is Too Low?
When you take buprenorphine/naloxone for opioid use disorder, you may wonder if your Suboxone dose is too low. Here’s how to tell.
A Doctor’s View of Medication for Alcohol Use Disorder
Medication can make a significant difference in a person’s recovery from alcohol use disorder, but many people are unaware that this support exists. Dr. Eileen Barrett discusses the medications used to treat AUD, the differences between them, and how they can be incorporated into treatment.
