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How to Enjoy a Sober Holiday Celebration

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: December 7, 2021Updated: December 8, 2021The holiday season can be a particularly stressful time. Family pressure, economic stress, and social drinking can make it hard for anyone to stay sober during the holidays. The prevalence of eggnog,…

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Preventing Underage Drinking on Independence Day

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 4, 2021Updated: July 21, 2021Independence Day is a holiday that is already known for alcohol use. Many people drink while celebrating the holiday. That means that alcohol is more prevalent at family affairs, and your teen could have easy access. At Foothills…

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Staying Sober on Memorial Day Weekend

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 31, 2021Updated: December 6, 2021Many families like to get together and relax over the long Memorial Day weekend. Your son can stay sober over Memorial Day using the tips below. Family support can help him commit to sober living long after…

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Sober Activities on Cinco de Mayo

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 5, 2021Updated: May 14, 2021Cinco de Mayo celebrations typically involve alcohol, sometimes lots of it. For those recovering from alcohol dependency, this boisterous holiday can pose a challenge to continued sobriety. However, there are ways to mark sober holidays without missing…