Addiction Resources

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What Being Sober Has Meant to Me - Recovery article by Brene Brown - “When I got sober, I thought giving up [alcohol] was saying goodbye to all the fun and all the sparkle, and it turned out to be just the opposite. That’s when the sparkle started for me.” -Mary Karr

17 Ways to Stay Sober When You’re Stuck at Home - Staying home during social distancing can be a challenge for anyone, but especially those in recovery. Here are some great tips on staying sober during this time.

The Science of Addiction and the Brain - Scare tactics about the impact of addiction are common, but the science speaks for itself.

Mental Health Awareness in Sobriety - Sobriety is impacted dramatically by unaddressed mental health issues.

4 Tips for Staying Strong as the World Reopens - Like any big change in life, emerging from the pandemic may be difficult for people who are newly sober.

Finding Spirituality and Life Meaning in Recovery - Anyone can benefit from spiritual practices, but the search for meaning is particularly important for those struggling with addiction. When incorporated into the recovery process, spirituality can help people understand themselves, connect to a greater sense of purpose and stay dedicated to sobriety.

PTSD and Substance Use Disorder: A Dual Diagnosis - A medically reviewed article discussing the connection between domestic violence and PTSD that co-occurs with substance abuse.

Understanding The Connection Between Drug Addiction, Alcoholism, and Violence - provides information on how to separate yourself from an abusive home and statistics on violent crimes, driving while intoxicated, and drug-induced violence on college campuses.

Impact of Sexual & Domestic Violence on Substance Abuse & Addictions - Article discusses domestic and sexual abuse stats, and how sexual abuse and domestic violence have an impact on substance abuse.

Addiction Recovery During Higher Education: Recovery Support Guide For College Students - This guide will cover which substances pose the greatest risks to young adults, the potential consequences of being caught, and how to get better. If you’re a student struggling with substance abuse, you can get help even while you attend school. Keep reading to learn about how you can overcome addiction and get the help you need.

WEBSITES

• Warning Signs of a Teen or Young Adult Using Substances

• Signs and Symptoms of Substance Abuse

• The Nevada Tobacco Quitline - 1-800-QUIT-NOW

• Wake Up Nevada - Stop Opioid Overdose

• Nevada Problem Gambling

• The National Institute on Drug Abuse

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - 1-800-662-HELP (National Helpline for treatment referral)

• Join Together Northern Nevada (JTNN)

• National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence

• Northern Nevada Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous

• Online AA Meetings

• Find an NA Meeting

• NA Zoom meeting -- through the Sierra Sage Region of NA - Zoom NA Meeting starts daily at 7:00pm PST. To join, click link, enter the meeting ID 412-558-013, click Join Meeting

• National Council for Aging Care: Alcohol Abuse Amongst the Elderly

• Faces and Voices of Recovery

• Young People In Recovery

• Nevada Substance Abuse Disorders Resource List

• The Fix

ADDICTION CRISIS OPTIONS