Thank you to our friends at Northstar Problem Gambling Alliance for providing this content: Click here for PDF of Press Release. THE BIG GAME AND THE GAMBLING DISORDERED With the approach of Super Bowl LI, the Recovery Committee of the National Council on Problem Gambling has issued a press release to bring attention to the … Read more
3 Tips for Single Parents Managing Addiction Recovery by Sarah Lockwood Image Source Single parents have incredibly full plates. For single parents who also happen to be recovering addicts, each day carries even more struggles in terms of balancing kids, work, home, and sobriety. Single parents managing addiction recovery must prioritize self-care to reduce stress … Read more
Safety in Self-Help Groups ~MAJ John Donovan One of the most important issues to confront recovery groups in decades has been the issue of “Safety in Self-Help” groups. Startling headlines and shocking news reports have circulated around the nation about predatory behavior within and around self-help groups. Earlier this year the General Service Office of … Read more
Authentic Connection vs. Shame by Tyler Reitzner There was a point in my active addiction that I had to be hospitalized to detox and stabilize. My drinking was causing significant damage to my liver and pancreas as well as spiking my blood pleasure to dangerous levels. Spitting up blood was a daily routine. I spent … Read more
Image source Explore Irish Traditions This St. Patrick’s Day by Sarah Lockwood For many Americans, St. Patrick’s Day is all about enjoying a parade and heading to a local bar to drink a pint or two of green beer. But what about those who don’t want to spend the occasion drinking, either because they abstain … Read more
The annual Walk for Recovery is testament to the strength and generosity of the recovery community. Those of us in recovery from different recovery pathways, our families, allies, and the professionals who serve us come together to remember loved ones, celebrate recovery, and show the world that recovery works. Each year, MRC is humbled by the outpouring of support and … Read more
Faces of Recovery By Carolyn Wiger About four years ago I had my interview for a chemical health social work position at Washington County. I debated whether or not I should mention that I am in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Previously, I was working as a counselor in treatment centers where the majority of … Read more
Minnesota Recovery Connection is grateful for the support of 2022 Recovery Month Platinum Sponsor, Allina Health. We’re happy to share this guest post from Allina about their new Virtual Addiction Clinic. Thank you, Allina Health! Addiction Services: Virtually Everywhere? Treatment, Addiction Services, SUD Program, ASAM levels of care – what comes to mind when you … Read more
