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Stonewalling is a type of behavior in relationships where the person exhibiting it is trying to evade or obstruct communication. The purpose is usually to avoid talking about something or avoid having actions questioned. It is one of the most harmful behaviors to...
For many people, families are a safe space where they can be themselves and have fun. Having a loving family means a refuge where you can share your thoughts and feelings without reservations. When families are in harmony, it's a positive thing that can help people in...
If you're in a crumbling relationship, you might be wondering if it can be saved. Most of the time, it depends on what exactly is causing the relationship to crumble. For example, your relationship can be saved in most cases if you're willing to work together and try...
Are you wondering if someone in your life has a problem with substance abuse? This is obviously not something you want to take lightly, but you may feel anxious about asking the question or investigating further. Drug and alcohol addiction takes thousands of lives...
Why do couples get divorced? There are various reasons. Among the most common reasons for divorce is simply falling out of love, or drifting apart is another way to put it. Other times the reasons are more unfriendly, such as issues with cheating, lying, abuse or...
Addiction has many underlying causes that vary on an individual basis. Regardless of what leads people into addiction, the stages of addiction unfold in different ways depending on the drug and how the individual reacts to it. Drugs and alcohol have physical,...
One of the most difficult situations to find yourself in is helplessly watching your loved one struggle with addiction to drugs or alcohol. Addiction never just hurts the person battling with it, but it usually always hurts the people around them as well. It doesn't...
Dependence and addiction are often conflated when talking about substance abuse. Sometimes the terms are used interchangeably or not used at all. Substance abuse disorder is the more preferred clinical term. However, there is a difference between dependence and...
If you’ve decided to get sober and are considering going to rehab, there are a few things you should look into first. Addiction treatment facilities offer invaluable help with medically-supervised detox, support groups, residential treatment, skills counseling and...
Identifying the signs of addiction is often the first step for getting help, whether it's for yourself or someone you care about. Many people with addiction are in denial that they're addicted, and they often try to justify their use of drugs or alcohol. They may also...
Recovery from addiction isn’t a straightforward path for most people. There are many obstacles along the way, and many people experience more than one relapse during the recovery process. It’s a common belief that relapse is situational and happens quickly in an...
How do you define loneliness? In basic terms, it's the state of being alone. However, loneliness is viewed as a negative situation and is more related to an intense feeling of loneliness rather than simply the technical reality of being alone. It's possible to feel a...
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