Tag: substance use

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Manage Impulsivity Before It Leads to Drinking and Drug Use

Impulsivity can be a lot of fun in the right moments. For instance, let’s say you’ve put your time into your job and you feel like you’re caught up with everything. On the way to work on one sunny and beautiful day, you have the idea to call in sick, call a friend, and go […]

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The Relationship Between Stress and Substance Use

One of the most common triggers of substance use is stress. Many people may not associate stress with their drinking or drug use right away. Instead, they might notice how they felt good when they were high. They might notice that it gave them a break from their usual thoughts and feelings. They might notice [...]
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