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  • Your Guide to In-Network Cigna Rehab Centers

    Your Guide to In-Network Cigna Rehab Centers

    Welcome to the First Step If you’re reading this, you’re already on the path to recovery. It’s a tough journey, but you don’t have to walk it alone. At 12…

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  • Man struggling with co-occurring addiction and mental health problems looks sad with hands on head, resting elbows on table as he stares at a spilled pill bottle of drugs.

    The Big Role of Mental Health in Addiction & Recovery

    Over 20 Million Americans struggling with co-occurring Addiction and Mental Health Issues. Learn more about dual diagnosis and how it is treated.

  • An over-worked woman dealing with a lot of stress takes a break to meditate while coworkers hold out work papers - symbolizing tips for dealing with stress.

    12 Tips to Cope with Stress in Recovery

    If you’re trying to stay sober, being able to cope with daily stressors effectively could be the difference between maintaining sobriety and falling back into old habits. Here are 12 great tips for managing daily stress in recovery.

  • A pair of gloved hands analyzes a brain with the text "What are Addictive Personalities?"

    Top Signs of Addictive Personalities Contributing to Substance Abuse

    Addictive personalities can manifest in many ways, but when it leads to substance abuse, there can be negative and even life-threatening consequences.

  • Sad woman reaching for wine glass, symbolizing answering the question of Does Alcohol Make You Depressed.

    Alcohol and Depression: Does Alcohol Make You Depressed?

    If you think alcohol makes you depressed, you have good reason to think so. Alcohol itself is a depressant, even if at first it doesn’t seem so. Learn about the various links between alcohol and depression.

  • Man at the airport with suitcase headed to out of state rehab

    7 Reasons Out-Of-State Drug Rehab Makes Sense

    Getting help for alcohol or drug addiction is hard, but going to out-of-state drug rehab comes with some advantages. We’ll go over seven reasons why a facility out of state may be your best choice.

  • A new mother who is in recovery from addiction plays with her child and husband at the beach.

    Balancing Motherhood and Addiction Recovery

    Balancing motherhood and addiction recovery is no easy task. With the right guidance and support, the process will be worth it for yourself and your children.

  • A man sits with others during group therapy while receiving treatment for his PTSD.

    PTSD and Addiction

    Do you or a loved one suffer from PTSD or addiction? Understand how these disorders affect each other, how they impact treatment, and how to get help.

  • woman running through a park with the phrase "exercise and addiction recovery" showcasing how exercise can help you in your addiction recovery.

    Will Exercise Help You in Your Addiction Recovery?

    Exercise has the power to positively impact our well-being and overall health. But did you know it can also be hugely helpful for addiction recovery treatment?

  • A sober woman in recovery lays in bed dealing with grief and loss without using drugs.

    7 Ways to Deal with Grief and Loss in Recovery

    Grief and loss are complex, especially as they relate to recovery. Use these tips to learn how to navigate painful emotions while continuing your rehab journey.

  • A young girl walks with and supports her father after he recently returned home from inpatient rehab.

    How Do I Support My Loved One After Rehab?

    Your loved one’s journey through rehab is theirs to take. However, there are many ways you can support them and show you care throughout their recovery.

  • A woman enjoys sober fun during the holidays by inner tubing down a snowy hill.

    How to Stay Clean and Sober Over the Holidays

    Staying clean and sober around the holidays can be challenging. Prep yourself and your loved ones so you can enjoy the season and stay on the path to recovery.

  • A group of friends at a California beach gather around a guitar to play and listen to music.

    Music Therapy for Addiction

    As a complementary addiction treatment option, music therapy can aid an individual’s recovery efforts and improve their response to traditional treatments.

  • Artificial intelligence point at code on a computer screen and programmers discuss AI and the Future of Mental Health Diagnosis.

    AI and the Future of Mental Health Diagnosis

    AI as a mental health diagnosis tool is only in experimental stages. However, it has a promising future as a means to identify and treat mental illness.

  • A sober woman sits on a swing by the ocean in California, thinking about her goals and dreams, or purpose in recovery.

    How Do I Find Purpose in Recovery?

    At 12 South Recovery, we believe recovery is about more than sobriety—it’s about finding purpose and rebuilding a life rooted in meaning and fulfillment. This article explores how therapy, mindfulness, and personal goals can guide your journey forward.

  • Pill bottles of Oxycodone are shown with labels and pills laid out on a table.

    What is Oxycodone?

    Oxycodone is one of the most abused opioids. Learn about its addictive qualities, effects of overuse, and how to get help if you’re struggling with addiction.

  • A hand out rejecting a drink of alcohol at a bar, symbolizing someone who is quitting drinking.

    How Long Does It Take to Detox from Alcohol?

    Considering a medically controlled alcohol detox for yourself or a loved one? Here’s what to expect for the average alcohol detox progression and timetable.

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