What Halloween Teaches Us About Facing Fear in Recovery

A person holds a glowing jack-o’-lantern at night, symbolizing courage and self-discovery during addiction recovery.

Halloween is a time when fear takes center stage. Haunted houses, horror movies, and ghost stories remind us what it feels like to be scared—but also what it feels like to survive those fears. For people in recovery, this season can serve as a powerful reminder that fear is not the enemy. The real growth […]

When Anxiety and Addiction Collide

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Anxiety and addiction are each challenging to manage on their own—but when they occur together, the effects can feel overwhelming. Co-occurring disorders (also called dual diagnosis) refer to the presence of both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder. Anxiety is one of the most common mental health issues to co-occur with addiction, […]