Reframing the Way We Talk About Addiction
Language is more important than we give it credit – the way we frame a conversation and paint a mental picture is immensely influential on how that information is received. The words we use regarding drug use and addiction can affect a person’s recovery, and…
Donald Trump Donates Part of Salary to Alcoholism Research
Last year, President Donald Trump donated $100,000 – his salary from the third quarter of 2018 – to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, a government agency that supports and conducts research on the impact alcohol has on human health and well-being. President…
Politicians Aiming to Put Combination Locks on Pill Bottles
The opioid crisis is forcing at least two lawmakers to get creative in finding a solution to solve the epidemic that has taken tens of thousands of lives in just the last few years. Two Tennessee legislators are proposing a new policy that would effectively…
How Do We Recovery: Surrender vs. Compliance
Addiction is a war within ourselves—it’s a struggle for control and to manage our lives the way we know how to, which is with drugs and alcohol. Surrendering is a critical step to win this war. It’s when we realize that we can’t be the…
Getting Around God: How Non-Believers Stay Sober
The non-religious population has increased over the years, including those in recovery. According to Pew Research, over 13 million Americans have said they are agnostic or atheist and over 33 million do not practice any particular religion. Hearing “God” or prayers around the rooms of…
Developing Coping Skills in Recovery
Regaining a social life and engaging in normal activities can be challenging in sobriety. “Regular” activities such as going out for dinner, going to a party, attending a concert, a wedding, dating and handling conflicts at work can feel like entirely new territory to us….
Effects of Meth on the Brain and Body
The Impact of Meth Methamphetamine (AKA Meth) is an extremely addictive stimulant drug, often categorized with other “uppers” like amphetamine or cocaine. Meth has a unique effect on the brain and body than the drugs it is sometimes compared to. While 50% of cocaine is…
Opioid Epidemic: Illicit Drugs and Treatment
The Opioid Epidemic Opioid overdose is the leading cause of death in the United States and has been recently classified as a nationwide epidemic. In 2014, the U.S. had 18,893 deaths from prescribed pain relievers and 10,574 deaths related to heroin (ASAM). Opioid addiction can…
The Benefits of Meditation in Recovery
Meditation in Recovery Addicts in recovery often find themselves struggling to find an outlet for handling raw emotions and challenges of everyday life in early sobriety. Newcomers in sobriety often experience unfamiliar and uncomfortable emotions such as stress and anxiety while they begin their recovery…
An Addict’s Guide to Recovery
Your recovery is a daily practice of new, healthy habits that ultimately help you to stay sober. Abstaining from drugs and alcohol is one part of the equation, but recovery doesn’t end there. In recovery, you will learn how to face all types of challenges…
Author – Chris Howard
Chris Howard is the Founder and Director of Ethos Recovery. He has a B.A. in Psychology from UCLA and has served as a community advocate/mentor for men and women in recovery since 2010.
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