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Learn more about the complex fields of addiction and recovery. The new NEOVIVA Library provides in-depth information and advice for affected persons, interested people and health professionals. We feature articles and news on addiction research and policy, regularly updated with new insights and perspectives. The library will grow with time; if you subscribe to updates, we will be happy to inform you when new articles are published.

Recovery

Happy Sober Easter

Easter marks a season of joy, renewal, and unity, where families gather to celebrate the resurrection, engage in egg hunts, and welcome the vibrant......

Published March 29, 2024

Education

Telltale Signs of Addiction – and how to get help

Are you worried that someone you care for might be using drugs, but you are unsure how to determine if they actually have an addiction problem?......

Published February 24, 2024

Education

True Detox: Tough, not Trendy

In a world saturated with wellness trends and pseudoscientific promises, it is important to reclaim the true meaning of 'detox.’ Originally......

Published February 05, 2024

Education

Why is Cocaine so Addictive?

Cocaine is one of the most addictive and most commonly used drugs. More than 20 million people worldwide use it despite its various life-threatening......

Published February 05, 2024

Research

5 Tips for Sober Business Travellers

Business trips are often seen as uncomfortable, stressful, and exhausting, not to mention an invitation to drink. But what if you are committed......

Published February 04, 2024

Recovery

Travelling Sober: 10 Tips for a Mindful and Enjoyable Holiday

Sober travel is a wonderful way to spend your holidays, discover the world, meet new people, and create many memorable moments. However, for......

Published February 04, 2024

Recovery

The Role of Family in Addiction Recovery

Do you have a family member who is struggling with addiction? Then, you may be seeking ways to help them. In this blog article, we explore the......

Published February 03, 2024

Treatment

Privacy Peaks: The Swiss Approach to Addiction Therapy

Embarking on the journey to recovery is a courageous step, and it shouldn't come at the cost of your privacy. Read on to learn more about the......

Published February 03, 2024

Research

Is there a Vaccine for Addiction?

Scientists have been trying to develop an addiction vaccine since the 1970s. The complex nature of addiction presents them with challenges that......

Published January 02, 2024

Education

The Stigma of Addiction

As one of the highest and most prevalent barriers that stand in the way of recovery, the century-old stigma surrounding addiction continues to......

Published January 02, 2024

Education

The Stages of Alcoholism

Scientists have been trying to develop an addiction vaccine since the 1970s. The complex nature of addiction presents them with challenges that......

Published January 02, 2024

Research

How Binge Drinking Affects The Brain

The increasing prevalence of binge drinking is compelling health professionals, researchers, and educators to obtain a more profound understanding......

Published January 02, 2024

Recovery

Repairing and Rebuilding Relationships in Recovery

Addiction does not just affect the life of an individual. The battle with addiction leaves a trail of damaged relationships in its wake: families......

Published December 26, 2023

Education

The Risks & Dangers of Quitting Cold Turkey

Despite its silly name, which may evoke images of refrigerated poultry leftovers, "going cold turkey" refers to the dangerous quick-fix approach......

Published December 26, 2023

Education

Is Addiction a Life Sentence?

“Is there a cure for addiction or will I struggle with it for the rest of my life?” Anyone struggling with addiction most probably wished......

Published December 26, 2023

Recovery

Relapse Triggers and How To Avoid Them

Addiction treatment can help you to stop using and start your recovery, but the real challenge of staying sober begins once you return to your......

Published August 11, 2022

Treatment

Addiction – a “Family Disease”

Whether it's a spouse, a child or a parent – addiction not only affects the user but touches the lives of everyone who is close to the person......

Published August 11, 2022

Education

Addiction: disease or simply the result of choices?

In the best case, exploring and defining the nature of addiction is crucial for deciding on the most effective recovery treatment. While we explain......

Published August 06, 2022

Education

Forms of Addiction Treatment: A Guide to Different Pathways

Choosing and assessing the right treatment program for your personal situation can be a challenging and overwhelming process. Given there is......

Published August 06, 2022

Prevention

How Work Stress Can Lead to Substance Abuse

«Just let go at the end of the workday» is a piece of sound advice but sometimes seems impossible to accomplish. When work is stressful, it......

Published August 06, 2022

Education

High-Functioning Alcoholics – the signs, the risks, and how to help them

Many of us have a stereotypical view of how an alcoholic looks and behaves: someone whose life is falling apart because they drink too much,......

Published August 06, 2022

Recovery

How to Enjoy a Sober Summer

While many greet summer with open arms, eager to fill the sunny days with backyard BBQs, pool parties, and lazy days at the beach, to those working......

Published June 07, 2022

Treatment

Nature vs. Nurture: Can Your Genes Make You An Addict?

You may wonder why some people become addicted while others don’t. Do genes matter in determining who is more susceptible to substance use......

Published April 06, 2022

Education

Effects of Alcohol on the Body

While most of us are aware of the risks of excessive drinking, we tend to believe that the occasional drink isn’t a cause for concern. But......

Published April 06, 2022

Education

Marijuana – friend or foe?

Even though people have been smoking marijuana or cannabis for thousands of years, we still know surprisingly little about its effects on the......

Published April 06, 2022

Recovery

Romance, Relationships & Recovery

Philosophically speaking, love makes the world go round. Biologically, we are wired to fall in love and seek emotional closeness. However, relationships......

Published March 26, 2022

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