por redaccion | Jun 20, 2024 | Sober living
«I feel good today but was very irritable last night. My clothes are fitting better, and my face isn’t as puffy.» Intense cravings and irritability are commonly reported after day 12. «The whites of my eyes are white again, my urine is starting to look normal,...
por redaccion | Jun 18, 2024 | Sober living
Understanding how much alcohol your body can tolerate is the first step in preventing overconsumption. Pay attention to how you feel after each drink, and listen to your body’s signals. If you start to feel overly relaxed, dizzy, or disoriented, it’s a sign to stop...
por redaccion | May 17, 2024 | Sober living
Because he is a member of a support group that stresses the importance of anonymity at the public level, he does not use his photograph or his real name on this website. Most who find recovery also find that they have emotionally damaged friends and loved ones...
por redaccion | Mar 28, 2024 | Sober living
True alcohol allergy (versus an allergic reaction to ingredients in alcoholic drinks) is very rare. While a blood allergy test can help identify an allergy to certain components in alcoholic beverages, it won’t confirm alcohol intolerance. Studies also suggest...
por redaccion | Dic 22, 2023 | Sober living
Some sober-living homes have a base rate with additional costs for added services. When you’re looking for a sober recovery home, be sure to ask what’s included in the monthly rate and what is extra. Some examples of additional services may include...
por redaccion | Nov 10, 2023 | Sober living
If you like the idea of a structured group meeting but find that 12-step groups don’t feel like a great fit, SMART Recovery may be a great alternative. “Depending on the rigidity of a home group or sponsor, they may not offer a modified approach,” Patterson says. In...