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How to Forgive Yourself
Substance use disorders and addiction can be incredibly tough to overcome. If you've recently taken steps to get sober, you may feel a range of emotions, including guilt, shame, and self-hatred. These are all common reactions, but it's important to remember that...
Dangers of Mixing Vicodin and Alcohol
It's no secret that people with substance use disorders (SUDs) often turn to alcohol to help them cope. But what many don't realize is that mixing alcohol with other drugs can be extremely dangerous. Vicodin, for example, is a powerful painkiller that can cause...
Safe Spaces for Gen Z Women
Sometimes in our efforts to stay sober, we may end up devoting more time on what we need to avoid than on what will support our recovery goals. For Gen Z women, the support you are seeking may be more accessible than seen in any previous generation. That's because...
How Do You Use Narcan?
A parent of a child with a substance use disorder may never feel prepared for a worst-case scenario outcome. However, if your daughter is misusing opioids, there is one way you can become a lifesaver in her time of need. It comes from a medication that's readily...
Gaining Positive Body Image in Recovery
Almost everywhere we turn, we see propaganda about body image, which forces us to consider how we appear on a daily basis. In a day, how many times do we look in the mirror? The idea of holding up a mirror to ourselves is a part of the addiction recovery process....
Setting Healthy Boundaries in Recovery
When it comes to addiction and recovery, there are a lot of things that go into getting and staying sober. One of the most important things you can do for yourself during the healing process is to learn how to set healthy boundaries. This blog post will discuss the...
Signs and Symptoms of Adderall Addiction
The demand for Adderall is higher than ever, which is why it's important it’s always important to recognize the signs and symptoms of Adderall addiction early. This stimulant drug used to manage ADHD symptoms was prescribed more than 41 million times in 2021. Adderall...
Dangers of Long-Term Benzodiazepine Use
Did you know benzodiazepines are prescribed for women at higher rates than for men? They are a common medication used for a wide variety of reasons: anxiety, panic attacks, grief, physical pain, chronic illness, trauma, and more. While safe to take for short-term...
Staff Spotlight – Raquel Tatum
Raquel Tatum - Alumni Care Coordinator Raquel has served as a 12-Step Recovery Advocate at Hannah's House since March 2022. She is in the process of completing her Bachelor's in Social Work degree at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. With January...
History of the Disease of Alcoholism
Any illness or sickness characterized by specific signs or symptoms is considered a disease. Alcohol use disorders are among them. Although some people contend alcoholism is a choice or a habit, sufficient evidence is available to show it's actually a chronic disease...