Sober October
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Sober October

This October, join Affect in a challenge to get sober. With free tools to support your progress, including a sober tracker, cravings toolkit, and reflection challenges, the Affect app is the sidekick you need to be successful! Download our free app and start your Sober October, today!

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Member Testimonial: David’s Story of Recovery
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Member Testimonial: David’s Story of Recovery

David was drawn to Affect due to the flexibility of virtual treatment, but found his purpose in maintaining recovery for his family.

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Member Testimonial: Jamie’s Story of Recovery
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Member Testimonial: Jamie’s Story of Recovery

Hear how Affect member, Jamie, was first interested in rewards, but came to learn that community was the best part of what Affect has to offer!

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Recovery is REAL: Tom Holland’s Sobriety Story
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Recovery is REAL: Tom Holland’s Sobriety Story

That’s why Holland's story matters. Because recovery isn’t just for people who have lost everything—it’s for anyone who chooses honesty over hiding. And his decision to stop drinking proves that…

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Member Testimonial: Brian’s Story of Recovery
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Member Testimonial: Brian’s Story of Recovery

Hear how Affect member, Brian, overcame addiction to cocaine, heroin, and alcohol with the support of his counselor and group.

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Recovery Is REAL: Bradley Cooper’s Inspiring Sobriety Story

Recovery Is REAL: Bradley Cooper’s Inspiring Sobriety Story

During September’s National Recovery Month, Affect.com highlights powerful stories that remind us: sobriety changes lives. One of the most inspiring examples is actor and director Bradley Cooper, who has been…

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National Recovery Month: Recovery Is REAL—Let’s Celebrate Wins, Big and Small
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National Recovery Month: Recovery Is REAL—Let’s Celebrate Wins, Big and Small

September is National Recovery Month—a time to recognize the strength of people in recovery, applaud the families and clinicians who support them, and remind everyone that help works and hope…

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How to celebrate a sober 4th of July
How to stay sober on the 4th of July

How to celebrate a sober 4th of July

Celebrate your independence from drugs and alcohol 5 tips to protect sobriety and ways to moderate drinking when you feel tempted or pressured at parties and gatherings The Fourth of…

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The Science of Crying

The Science of Crying

Anxiety isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always look like panic attacks or dramatic breakdowns. Sometimes, it shows up as overthinking every text message. Replaying conversations late at night. Feeling like something bad is about to happen — even when everything seems fine.

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What Anxiety Really Feels Like — and How to Start Feeling Better

What Anxiety Really Feels Like — and How to Start Feeling Better

Anxiety isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always look like panic attacks or dramatic breakdowns. Sometimes, it shows up as overthinking every text message. Replaying conversations late at night. Feeling like something bad is about to happen — even when everything seems fine.

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Is Drinking Good for Your Health?

Is Drinking Good for Your Health?

For years, the idea that moderate alcohol consumption — especially wine — could be good for your heart or longevity was widely reported. But new, large-scale research has overturned this belief. The truth? No amount of alcohol is good for your health.

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Is My Drinking Making Me Depressed?

Is My Drinking Making Me Depressed?

It's a question more people are asking themselves than you might think: "Is my drinking making me depressed?" The relationship between alcohol and depression is complex — and deeply intertwined.…

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