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Futures publishes content to provide perspectives on issues related to addiction and mental health. Topics generally include commentary on addiction research and studies, explanation of psychotherapies and treatment approaches, useful information for people in recovery and their loved ones, and other content of interest to people interested in maintaining good mental and physical health.

Am I Codependent? Know the Signs and How to Recover

The term codependent is thrown around a lot these days. But what exactly does it mean to be codependent? And, does codependency go hand in hand with addiction? It’s important...

Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book: What It’s All About

Alcoholics Anonymous and recovery go hand in hand. Since the 1930s, A.A. has been the main route to recovery for those suffering from problems with alcohol. In addition, many individuals...

The Stigma of Addiction: Breaking Free

There are stigmas associated with numerous things today including addiction. Stigmas can lead to discrimination and unfair treatment of certain individuals or specific groups. When it comes to people with...

Sober and Bored: How to Enjoy Long-term Recovery

Today, there are millions of people living with alcohol and substance use disorders. In fact, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, there are more than 20...

Dating in Early Sobriety: Should You Do It?

There are many questions you face in early sobriety. From where you should live and work to how to find new friends and ways to socialize, questions about how to...

Celebrities Speak Out About Staying Sober in the COVID Pandemic

There’s simply no doubt that the COVID pandemic has made not only getting sober but staying sober harder than usual. From being isolated at home to being bored and unable...

How Being in Service and Being Kind Matter in Recovery

“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” Aesop Kindness can seem hard to come by these days. With all the pressures and stressors so many are...

How Do I Meet Sober Friends?

Making friends can be hard. Most of us have memories of walking into kindergarten or first grade with butterflies in our stomachs unsure of what this new journey called school...

5 Easy Ways to Feel Better Now: How to Reduce Anxiety and Find Peace of Mind

Anxiety, depression, suicide, and ohter mental health issues are on the rise today. In fact, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), about one in five adults in...