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If you’ve spent years avoiding conflict or have trouble saying no to loved ones, the early part of recovery can feel especially challenging. Navigating relationships and work can feel overwhelming and can trigger stress or cravings.  Fortunately, setting healthier boundaries can help you protect your progress in recovery and ease the pressures around you. Many […]

Taking the first step toward recovery can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to do it alone. Many people wonder if group therapy makes a difference in recovery. At Groups, we know the answer is yes, and we’ve seen it firsthand. When people feel seen, supported, and understood, they’re more likely to engage and stay

Many people with depression turn to substances as a way to cope. They can be looking for a way to ease difficult emotions, stress, or trauma. At the same time, using alcohol, opioids, or other drugs can worsen depression and make recovery more complicated. Research shows that co-occurring depression is common among people seeking treatment

In 2024, there were an estimated 80,391 drug overdose deaths in the United States. While this number has declined 26.9% since 2023, every death is still one too many. Overdose deaths are preventable, and there are life-saving steps everyone can take. Whether you use drugs or a concerned friend, family, or community member is using

If you’ve seen a family history of addiction, you may be wondering if it’s genetic. It’s true that genes play a role, but it’s not the only factor. Studies estimate that genetics may account for about 40%-60% of addiction risk. For alcohol addiction, it’s approximately 50%. But even if you do carry a genetic risk,

If you’re wondering how long achieving sobriety takes, you may be feeling scared. It’s normal to worry about how long withdrawal will last or when you’ll feel like yourself again. You may also be feeling pressure from your family to “get better” quickly, but this can feel overwhelming. The truth is that this answer is

Many people in recovery wonder if it’s safe to use cannabis while taking Suboxone for opioid use disorder. Research shows mixed results, so understanding its potential side effects is important. A systematic review from 2020 examined studies on medications for opioid use disorder, including buprenorphine, the main ingredient in Suboxone, found that cannabis use generally

Suboxone is a treatment that helps manage opioid use disorder. It contains buprenorphine and naloxone and can work safely and effectively when taken as prescribed. However, mixing Suboxone and alcohol is more common than many people think. But it comes with some serious risks. Combining these substances can cause sleepiness, breathing problems, and decreased awareness.

It’s common for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and addiction to occur together. In fact, in one study of over 38,000 veterans with OCD, 36.7% were found to have a substance use disorder. Fortunately, both of these conditions can be treated.  Many people with OCD are told that they need to “fix” their mental health before addressing

Many people who experience chronic pain and anxiety are looking for ways to find relief. In the process, many have turned to kratom without knowing the risks. In 2021, an estimated 1.7 million Americans ages 12 and older used kratom. Some people also use this substance to ease opioid withdrawal symptoms, hoping for a “natural