Alaine Sepulveda, Author at Workit Health

How to Find Drug Addiction Help in New Mexico

Seeking help for opioid or alcohol use disorder in New Mexico? Here are answers about finding treatment in the Land of Enchantment.

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Setting Boundaries During the Holidays

Setting and maintaining healthy boundaries is an important coping skill in addiction recovery and can make holiday gatherings feel safer and more comfortable. Let’s talk about boundaries and some tips for setting them at your gatherings.

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Is It Safe to Take Suboxone if I Have Hepatitis C?

A lot of people with hepatitis C worry about the effect of medication on their liver. But Suboxone can be safe for those with hepatitis C.

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Safer Alcohol Withdrawal: The Slow Taper

Tapering down alcohol consumption (rather than stopping cold turkey) can reduce withdrawal symptoms and help stabilize early recovery. Let’s talk about this process.

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Encouraging a Loved One to Seek Addiction Recovery

Caring about a person with a substance use disorder can be hard, but there are things you can do to encourage a loved one to seek help.

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Harnessing the Power of Positive Affirmations

Positive affirmations can help people achieve better self-confidence, reduce stress, and improve problem-solving abilities. Here’s how to use them.

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Workit Health’s Medical Providers

Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are well-trained, licensed clinicians who see most of our members at Workit Health. Here is a look at these roles, and how they provide care.

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How Do I Know If My Suboxone Dose Is Too Low?

When you take buprenorphine/naloxone for opioid use disorder, you may wonder if your Suboxone dose is too low. Here’s how to tell.

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A Doctor’s View of Medication for Alcohol Use Disorder

Medication can make a significant difference in a person’s recovery from alcohol use disorder, but many people are unaware that this support exists. Dr. Eileen Barrett discusses the medications used to treat AUD, the differences between them, and how they can be incorporated into treatment.

Replacements for Alcohol

So you want to cut down on or quit your drinking. Great! But what do you replace it with? People drink for a lot of

Adam’s Story

Adam’s recovery journey hasn’t run smoothly. He’s had to navigate grief, health crises, and a global pandemic. But with support, he’s made it to nine years of recovery.