Sober living

Understanding how a relapse happens is an important prevention strategy because you learn to recognize the signs and course-correct before you start using again. According to the model developed by Marlatt and Gordon, a relapse begins with a high-risk situation that is followed by a poor coping response. Then, they might believe that drugs and […]

In 2007, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately one in eight weekend, nighttime drivers tested positive for illicit drugs. Moreover, approximately one in eight high school seniors responding to a 2010 study reported driving after smoking marijuana within two weeks prior to the survey interview. The use of alcohol and drugs can

In this way, you’ll learn if you can get their attention to what you’re saying and work with you. A recognition of covert narcissist behavior can help you decide what to do about the relationship. One of the biggest barriers to seeking help—beyond shame, humiliation, and not trusting one’s judgment—is the covert narcissist’s favorable behavior

Understanding and adhering to these rules and structures are foundational to the success experienced in these homes. They not only keep the environment safe for everyone but also teach valuable life skills that are essential in your journey towards a fulfilling, sober life. Many sober living homes also require residents to pay weekly rent following

As sober houses become more popular and proliferate, not all homes will use these systems. Sober living houses can foster peer encouragement, camaraderie, character development, and accountability in residents. The outcomes of living in such an environment can include positive health, behavioral, and relationship changes. National Library of Medicine, all residents must abide by the

In vitro bioassays are another promising nontargeted approach for detecting androgens. By altering cells with reporter proteins under regulation of androgen response elements, these assays can detect androgen receptor activation regardless of its source6. This makes bioassays useful for detecting androgens in samples of unknown composition, such as in dietary supplements, which have in recent

Structural factors and injection drug use networks directly impact drug use, injection drug use practices, and harm reduction knowledge, ultimately resulting in tissue damage and inoculation of bacteria into the host and subsequent development of SBI. Despite perceived safe injection practices among PWID, limited practice of these behaviors and knowledge deficit on how to reduce