Intimacy in the Aftermath of Opioid Use DisorderI had always been a deeply insecure person. Because of this, I often dealt with feelings of severe anxiety and being self-conscious...reactionscomments
When the Holidays Hurt: Staying Sober When Everything Around You Says “Celebrate”The holidays used to feel like magic — the lights, the music, the smell of sugar cookies in the oven. It all...reactionscomments
The Root of AddictionWhen people think of addiction, they often picture the substances first: the alcohol, the pills, the powder. But addiction rarely begins with...reactionscomments
New Year, New Skills! Skillshare Subscription GiveawayGIVEAWAY CLOSED - Thanks for participating As we move into a new season, it’s the perfect time to focus on personal growth...reactionscomments
Addiction: A Choice or a Disease?Years ago, I was the type of person that people would avoid walking past or making eye contact with. I had visible...reactionscomments
The Double-Edged Coin of "Enabling"We often hear the term “enabling” when speaking on the continuum of substance use, specifically chaotic substance use. There are many different...reactionscomments
Grief After RecoveryOne of my biggest regrets in my years of struggling with opioid use disorder is how I didn't show up for my...reactionscomments
How I Navigate Anxiety and Depression in Opioid Use Disorder RecoveryLet me tell you something I wish more people understood: opioid use disorder doesn’t end the day you stop using. That’s where...reactions2comments
Hear + Now: What to Expect When Starting Opioid Addiction TreatmentTaking the first step toward recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD) is a brave and powerful choice. But whether it's for you...reactionscomments
Join Our Health Leader Team!Would you like to share your experience with opioid use disorder and help others who are also affected? We’re looking to add...reactionscomments
Relapse as Part of Recovery: Learning, Growing, and Moving ForwardSeptember is National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of people in recovery from substance use addiction...reactions4comments
The ReckoningI am now over 7 years into my opioid use disorder recovery journey. This is my new life. Just when I thought...reactions2comments
How to Advocate for Change and Manage the Opioid Overdose CrisisOpioid use disorder (OUD) affects millions of people all over the world. OUD involves the misuse of opioids. Opioids can include prescription...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocates: International Overdose Awareness DayEditor's Note: This article discusses overdose and its impacts, which may be distressing for some readers. If you need support, please reach...reactionscomments
Suboxone & Pregnancy: My ExperienceI was on Suboxone for 9 years. At first, my doctor prescribed an 8 mg sublingual strip twice a day. Four years...reactionscomments
Words Matter: Shifting the Language of Opioid Use Disorder to Support RecoveryAs a doctor specializing in addiction medicine, I’ve seen firsthand how language can shape the experiences of people struggling with opioid use...reactionscomments
Activities That Helped Me Move Toward Positive ChangeOne of the issues I faced in early recovery from opioid use disorder was what to do with myself in my free...reactionscomments
The Parent/Child RelationshipEvery parent/child relationship has its ups and downs. When you factor in the impact of the child struggling with opioid addiction, it...reactionscomments
When Numbing Turns to Drowning: How Opioids Amplified My Trauma Instead of Healing ItEditor's Note: This article discusses overdose and its impacts, which may be distressing for some readers. If you need support, please reach...reactions2comments
3 Pillars of Acceptance in RecoveryDuring my past of substance abuse, there were innumerable external obstacles as well as internal hindrances blocking my path to recovery. Seven...reactionscomments
