Substance Use Disorder

Understanding Substance Use Disorder: A Journey from Stigma to Empowerment

by Steve PattersonASAM Level 1, Self-Care & RecoveryPosted on 2 Comments

The historical practice of decimation in the Roman army during the Third Servile War is much like how society treated substance use disorder, more commonly referred to as addiction, half a century ago. This punitive approach, akin to blaming a military unit for its failure, saw substance use disorder as an individual’s moral failing or …

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Overcoming Substance Abuse Relapse

Your Journey to Recovery from Substance Abuse

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The journey to recovery from substance abuse, be it alcohol or drugs, is far from easy. Research suggests that only 10-15% of individuals successfully quit their addiction on their first attempt. The vast majority, almost 90%, experience at least one relapse episode before fully committing to sobriety. So, if you’ve had a setback despite seeking …

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