In: Addiction Recovery
The Value of Gratitude in Addiction Recovery
Updated on 4//29/25 The treatment and recovery journey from substance use requires persistence and commitment. For treatment to be effective, an…
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6 Tips for Self-Advocacy in Recovery
6 Tips for Self-Advocacy in Recovery Updated on 4/29/25 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu Addiction…
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What to Do When You Are Losing Hope in Recovery
Updated on 3/8/2023 Having hope is a continuous internal desire to not give up on yourself and believe that things will…
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Surviving Valentine’s Day in Early Recovery
Updated on 1/31/2023 Surviving Valentine’s Day in Early Addiction Recovery Valentine’s Day is a holiday to celebrate love and romance. You…
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New Year Resolutions in Addiction Recovery
New Year Resolutions in Addiction Recovery Content Reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu Updated on 12/13/2022…
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How Can I Help Others in Recovery?
How Can I Help Others in Recovery? Updated on 07/03/23 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu…
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What Should You Do if You Relapse?
What Should You Do if You Relapse? Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu For too many…
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Managing a Co-occurring Disorder in Recovery
Managing a Co-occurring Disorder in Recovery Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu In recovery, a co-occurring disorder…
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Alternatives to 12-Step Addiction Recovery Groups
Alternatives to 12-Step Addiction Recovery Groups Cultivating a support system in early sobriety is paramount. Most resources will direct you towards…
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Am I Going to Be in Recovery for the Rest of My Life?
Updated on 4/28/25 Deciding to get sober is a challenge for some and can bring about fear. For many, the fear…
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