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How to Stay Sober in the Height of Summer: Finding Power and Integrity in the Sunshine Call 1-888-777-9972 Call Today 1-888-777-9972 Call 902-906-9693 Struggling to
Enjoy a Safe and Sober long weekend. Call 1-888-777-9972 Call Today 1-888-777-9972 Call 902-906-9693 Hey there! May “24” Weekend is almost here, and for those
“Dry January” started as a public health campaign introduced by Alcohol Change UK back in 2013. Taking a cue from a Finnish campaign from way
“Fa La La La La La Leave me alone” How to not let all this seasonal stuff get to you. Is it just me or
Is it just me or does it seem like all the fun holidays revolve around drinking? And this upcoming St Patrick’s day promises to be
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and whether you celebrate the whole Happy Valentine’s Day thing or not, this day is fraught with mixed feelings. Some
The search for consistency and truth in the often misunderstood, and sometimes bewildering world of psychedelics as an aid in the treatment of addiction.
Feeling SAD? You’re not alone. Most of us have probably experienced the winter blues. The weather starts to get gloomier, the days are shorter, and
A pre all-hallows-eve celebration for yourself. Is it just me? There seem to be a whole crop of new “holidays” and specially designated months popping
Drink, drink less, drink nothing? New research into our already complicated relationship with alcohol. The past few years have really illuminated our nation’s relationship with
Facing Summers holiday long weekend sober Call 1-888-777-9972 Call Today 1-888-777-9972 Call 902-906-9693 How to have Fun Sober Summer Weekends For many people who are
Can you celebrate and stay sober? St Patrick’s Day or the Feast of Saint Patrick started out life as a day meant for sober reflection,
Restful Recovery: How Tracking Your Sleep Can Benefit Your Recovery from Alcoholism. There are lots of different metrics we can use to monitor our wellbeing.
When you or a loved one are on a journey of recovery, its can be helpful to arm yourself with as much information as possible.
At Searidge, we believe in a comprehensive approach to recovery, and this often includes pharmacotherapy. Disulfiram (commonly sold under the brand name Antabuse) is one medication that is prescribed to treat
Alcohol and social gatherings, just seem to go hand in hand, don’t they? Nothing gets a party going quite like a bottle of liquor. Our
The anticipation, the drama! Theatre. The romance of the theatre exists to this day, and without the ability to try again 150 times, a privilege
SCRAM Technology Can tech solve all of our problems? Probably not, but when it comes to avoiding jail time for a drunk driving offense, it
A New Definition of Sobriety All things change, so they say, but is the meaning of the word “sober” really as flexible as some people
Last year, The World Health Organization (WHO) released a global status report on alcohol and health. This was an extensive review on the current disease
According to a recent report by World Health Organization (WHO), alcohol is responsible for 5% of all deaths that happen worldwide. In 2016, roughly three
What is VIVITROL? VIVITROL is a prescription medication administered to individuals experiencing an alcohol use disorder. It is an opioid antagonist and is administered intramuscularly
A night out, friends, family, a few drinks, laughter, a few more drinks, a bad decision, a loud noise, sirens, blue and red lights and
The culture of substance use and addiction is deeply engrained in the food industry. Late nights, high stress, and an abundance of alcohol and other
The Chronic Nature of Addiction and Relapses Addiction is a chronic disease, and as a result relapse is always a possibility. Despite holistic and successful
Finding the Kindness in the World Dr. Brian Goldman, a former ER doctor and host of CBC Radio’s White Coat Black Art, finds himself at
A long hot week during the dog days of summer is colloquially punctuated with a backyard BBQ and cold beer, or a patio drink underneath
Study About Small Town Happiness A recent study has found that living in a small community is related to significantly greater happiness than living in
Challenging the “Wine Mom” Culture This Mother’s Day Call 1-888-777-9972 Call Today 1-888-777-9972 Call 902-906-9693 Embracing a Supportive Community for Moms “Mommy’s Juice” has become
Often, those recovering from alcohol addiction see their past with alcohol as a hindrance for their future. But, it’s all about perspective! In fact, the
With all of our attention focused on the raging opioid epidemic, we have allowed ourselves to neglect the risks of alcohol use. Headline after headline
Symptoms of depression, or generally decreased mood, are often associated with alcohol addiction, as well as the time period following alcohol addiction treatment. Feeling down
Taking Control of Alcohol Addiction and Anxiety in Alcohol Rehab Anxiety is a familiar obstacle while in alcohol rehab, yet is commonly present well before
Finding Meaning in Your Addiction and Recovery Beginning a new life after recovery from alcohol addiction is an exciting new challenge. One of the best
Facing Valentine’s Day while Treating an Alcohol Addiction Alcohol is known to dissolve relationships, so when it comes to Valentine’s Day for those in alcohol
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder As the cold days and dark evenings of winter set in, so do the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
The colloquial idea of New Year’s Eve involves copious amount of sparkles and champagne, making it a challenging time for those in recovery from alcohol
Benefits of Gratitude in Alcohol Addiction Rehab and Treatment Centers Our state of mind colours our day-to-day interactions, making them positive or negative. Gratefulness and
The holiday season can be a challenging time, especially for those who are new to recovery and a sober lifestyle. Celebration sometimes seems synonymous with
A recent article in New Scientist discussed the benefits of sleep therapy for conditions other than insomnia. The study found that an app which delivered
Alcohol Use and Children As a society, we are well aware of the negative consequences a parent’s heavy drinking can have on their children. However,
Growing Alcohol Use and Binge Drinking Over the past several decades the rates of drinking have substantially decreased in many age groups, likely due to
Alcohol Addiction or the College Experience? Students file into their dorms and the liquor stores of university towns begin to bustle as frosh week begins.
Self-Control and Addiction Self-control is defined as having authority over your thoughts and emotions, and being able to resist temptation in difficult situations. Although addiction
Mobile Apps for Alcohol Addiction Cell phones are ubiquitous. Everywhere you look there is someone staring at their screen. As a result, this technology has
The Link Between Depression and Addiction Depression and addiction often co-occur, whether it is the depression leading to the addiction through self-medication, or vice-versa. For
“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you” is the golden rule. Of course, we are taught to always be kind to
Summer offers an opportunity to take a break from some of our responsibilities and enjoy a weekend away, an evening around a campfire, or an
What is Animal Therapy? There is nothing quite as comforting as having the unconditional love and acceptance of an animal. This unique connection is being
Maybe you weren’t expecting your father to be here for another Father’s Day. Maybe you have never had the opportunity to spend a Father’s Day
Depression and Addiction often go hand-in-hand. In fact, one in three people who suffer from alcohol or drug abuse, also suffer from depression. Depression is
Mother’s Day is the one day a year dedicated to celebrating and caring for the person who cares for us every other day of the
Anxiety and a feeling of nervousness are common among many addicts, but these feelings can easily be exacerbated around certain holidays. Christmas is possibly the
After the Christmas and New Years partying binge, many people decide to take something of a break from the bottle and give one of their
New Year’s Eve! This is the one night of the year when society unites in a pro-drinking mentality that accepts and excuses all manner of
An increasing number of female students entering into young adulthood who engage in heavy drinking behaviour are placing themselves at risk of developing alcohol use
Generational trauma is an important issue that deserves our attention and action. Research shows that the emotional effects of trauma can influence mental health and relationships well into adulthood. This is particularly true for those who have navigated the challenges of growing up with an alcoholic parent.
Addiction is a reality experienced by many throughout Canada and the rest of the world. It ruins lives, feeds crime, costs huge amounts of money
When someone binge drinks in a short amount of time, their blood alcohol level becomes very high that it becomes toxic; therefore developing alcohol poisoning.
Have you felt like you’re receiving mixed messages when it comes to how many glasses of wine to drink it considered safe with dinner or
Brain Recovery From Alcoholism Seen After 2 Weeks of Sobriety Just two weeks of sobriety from chronic alcohol abuse can reverse damage to the brain,
It is not news to hear about the long term damaging effects that alcohol abuse has on the body. A recent study that had been
You may be surprised to hear the fact that alcohol consumption does not lessen the emotion of fear, but it does indeed reduce anxiety amongst
The Alcohol and Drug Debate Rages On: Personality as influenced by environment (or free will), genetic inheritance (or disease), or other? Scientists set out to
According to the National Institutes of Health, the estimated total cost of alcohol abuse in the United States is at 235 billion. These costs include
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