How to prepare for life after SSRIs

How to Prepare for Life After SSRI’s

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have emerged as the most commonly prescribed antidepressants in the United States for the treatment of depression, anxiety and other mood disorders. They are widely used because they don’t pose a high risk for severe side effects and are highly effective for many people. However, not everyone who starts taking…

Motivational Bible Verses for Sobriety

Motivational Bible Verses for Your Sobriety

The road to sobriety can often be difficult. Sometimes, it may feel like you’re alone and fighting a losing battle. You’re trying to cope with cravings, but temptations are everywhere. You’re doing your best to improve, but problematic situations are constantly testing your resolve. In times like this, spirituality can be a powerful resource. Reading…

How holidays are high risk for relapse

Why the Holidays Are High Risk for a Relapse

Whether you’re a fully recovered addict or just beginning your recovery, the holidays are difficult for anyone with a substance abuse problem. This guide reviews some issues that make holidays in recovery challenging and how you can create a holiday relapse prevention plan to cope with these triggers. The Family Factor While some people find…

Oxytocin Nasal Spray

Oxytocin—Now Available as a Nasal Spray

Oxytocin is a natural hormone that your body produces during sexual intercourse and childbirth. While this hormone is produced naturally in a healthy body, many people are discovering the benefits of taking this chemical as a dietary supplement, usually in the form of a nasal spray. Oxytocin nasal spray uses include treatments for autism, PTSD,…