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Alcohol consumption starts for many people as a social activity that occurs without consequence. The acceptable times, amounts, and reasons vary from person to person and are dependent on a number of variables. Many people will remain within their acceptable norms for drinking and never experience an increased desire for more. 

Boredom is an emotion that can lead to a variety of responses, both positive and negative. One of the most common and potentially detrimental responses to boredom is addiction. When people become bored with their current environment or activities, they may turn to addictive behaviors as a way of distracting themselves from the boredom. These behaviors might include substance abuse, gambling, or any other form of escapism. Unfortunately, these behaviors often lead to further distress and even more serious addictions that are harder to break.

If you’re one of the millions and millions of people who have to deal with chronic pain on a daily basis—and if that pain makes it difficult or impossible to work or even get through a day without being exhausted, depressed, anxious and irritable – you may be wondering whether there is any point at all to holding onto your sobriety.

Soberman’s Estate would like to congratulate our own Dr. Thomas Gazda for being honored by the American Psychiatric Association as a Distinguished Life Fellow. This recognition puts Dr. Gazda in an elite group of psychiatrists who are recognized as having made significant contributions to the field of psychiatry.

One of the most rewarding aspects of living a sober life is feeling in control of your choices and actions. No longer being at the mercy of substances allows you to fully engage in your relationships, career, and personal growth.

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is similar to morphine but is 50-100 times more potent. Because of its high potency, even small amounts can cause serious harm. Fentanyl may be mixed with heroin and other drugs, often without the user's knowledge. This makes it extremely dangerous as users do not know the potency of the drug they are using and do not have the proper tools to protect themselves from overdosing.

The holiday season can be a difficult time to stay sober. With all of the parties and social events, it may feel like you’ll never make it through without a sip of alcohol. There are many opportunities to drink, and doubtless you’ll be surrounded by people who are drinking. This can lead to some tough choices and feelings of stress and anxiety as well as temptations to drink or use drugs. But there are definitely ways to stay on track and maintain your sobriety throughout the season.

Alcoholism is a condition in which a person has a physical and psychological dependence on alcohol. This compulsion and the heavy drinking that accompanies it can lead to cirrhosis of the liver, which is an irreversible damage to the liver that worsens over time and eventually leads to serious complications, including death.

The AA twelve step program is a system of recovery from alcoholism that includes both personal and spiritual components. The first step is admitting that you are powerless over your addiction and that your life has become unmanageable. From there, you work through the remaining eleven steps which include taking a moral inventory, making amends, and learning to live a meaningful life. This program has helped millions of people worldwide recover from alcoholism and achieve sobriety.

The addiction recovery process is not a linear or straightforward journey. It often involves setbacks and challenges, but also moments of growth and healing. A life of sobriety involves building a strong support network, developing coping skills, and addressing underlying issues that may have contributed to the addiction.