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Substance Use Disorder and Emotional Regulation: How Janie's Place Sober Living Can Help

Jennifer Deleon

Understanding the Connection: Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and emotional regulation are deeply interconnected. Many individuals struggling with addiction use substances as a way to cope with overwhelming emotions, past trauma, anxiety, or depression. Without healthy emotional regulation skills, individuals may turn to alcohol or drugs to numb pain, avoid distress, or manage stress. However, alcohol and other substance use often worsens emotional instability, leading to increased impulsivity, mood swings, and difficulty coping with daily life.

The Role of Emotional Dysregulation in SUD: People with SUD often experience:✔ Difficulty managing stress and frustrationImpulsive decision-makingIntense emotional highs and lowsTrouble handling triggers without turning to substancesDifficulty expressing emotions in a healthy way

How Janie's Place Sober Living Supports Emotional Regulation: We provide structure, support, and accountability, allowing individuals in recovery to rebuild their emotional regulation skills in a safe environment. Here’s how:

Structured Routine – Daily schedules help create stability, reducing stress and emotional chaos.

Supportive Community – Living at Janie's Place sober living with others in recovery fosters peer support, encouragement, and accountability.

Therapeutic Support – We provide access to therapy, counseling, and group meetings to help residents process emotions in a healthy way.

Healthy Coping Strategies – Residents learn tools such as mindfulness, meditation, journaling, and exercise to manage emotions without relying on substances.

Accountability & Guidance – House managers, mentors, and sponsors help residents navigate emotional triggers and challenges in recovery.

Skill-Building for Long-Term Sobriety – Residents practice conflict resolution, emotional awareness, and stress management techniques that are essential for maintaining sobriety.


Emotional regulation is a critical component of lasting recovery. Janie's Place Sober living provides a structured, supportive, and healing environment where individuals can develop the skills needed to manage emotions effectively, avoid relapse, and build a fulfilling life in sobriety.

💜 Recovery is not just about quitting substances—it’s about learning to live, feel, and thrive without them. Sober living can be the bridge between early sobriety and long-term emotional stability. 🌿 Call or text Jennifer to find out more about Janie's Place sober living and Mental Health Primary Home with 3 locations in Dallas, Plano and Frisco Texas 469.822.3167

 
 
 

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