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Coming Out of Our Comfort Zones: Recovery From Addiction - by Candace Plattor- When Your Teenager Has a Drinking Problem - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Mike MillerAmong the many nightmares that parents encounter is catching your adolescent child has been drinking. This might have happened when you smell vodka on their breath after coming home from an activity with friends Or perhaps it's actually catching them drinking at a party, or in your house. ...
Views: 1566(2 votes) - Why Charlie Sheen and others are so angry at the mainstream treatment culture and society. - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Hank HayesHank Hayes author of the book “You’ve been lied to… the untold truth about the alcohol and addiction mainstream treatment industry and the secrets on how to eliminate the problem for good” due to be released at the end of May 2011 say’s… “I absolutely identify with why Charlie Sheen and ...
Views: 1566 - 2011-POSITIVE CHANGES? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Keith Bray2011-POSITIVE CHANGES? May you LIVE all the days of your life-Johnathan Swift Another new year. Another year entered into with the best of intentions. Ever look back and really measure the changes you planned to make in 2010 and where you sit today? For most, their resolutions are but a ...
Views: 1564(1 vote) - Climbing High - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Richard (Dick) WarnWhat is the ultimate goal that we can achieve? Is it money and things? Or is it items that money cannot buy? Like happiness, peace of mind, and truly feeling at peace with who we have become? The first half of my life I chased money. Even when I said money wasn’t the most important thing my ...
Views: 1563 - Delaying Eating Disorder Treatment Can Be a Fatal Decision - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from Erik KeithFinancial woes, family denial and fear are all factors that people with eating disorders and their loved ones may cite when avoiding treatment for their illness. According to the Eating Recovery Center (www.eatingrecoveryinfo.com), the premier treatment center for eating recovery, recent ...
Views: 1562(1 vote) - What is Sex Addiction, Anyway? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2013 from Dorothy HaydenAddiction to sexual behavior is a complex disorder that incorporates many aspects of your personality, bio-chemistry, socio-cultural environment, family-of-origin issues, thinking/feeling processes, self-esteem, and quality of relations with others. I see sex addiction as a prism; depending on ...
Views: 1562 - Taking Time-Outs by Johanna Courtleigh, MA, LPC - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Johanna Courtleigh, MA,A “time-out” is a guaranteed method for stopping the cycle of addictive, self-destructive behavior toward oneself, or destructive, violent behavior toward another. All is takes is contientious effort to work with yourself and a commitment to do the exercise faithfully. Whenever you begin to ...
Views: 1561(1 vote) - About Oxyneo News - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Mao DunHearing about Oxyneo is nothing new now for the medical drug has been in the market for many years now. Moreover, there has been a lot of Oxyneo news floating around regarding this controversial drug. This is one of the drugs that is based on oxycodone and promises to kill the pain of the ...
Views: 1560 - AND WHO HEALS ME? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Keith BrayAnd Who Heals Me? Over a year ago, I went on a journey to look at some real fuzzy philosophical questions. “Who Am I?”was dealt with years ago, but “What Is My Purpose?” remained vague. I went on a real journey to discover what it is about past employment that I loved and was good at, and what ...
Views: 1559(3 votes) - Drug Rehab and Lifestyle Changes - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2011 from Damlin RekerstanDrug rehab programs across the country have helped thousands of addicts achieve lasting recoveries. Through advances in psychology and neuroscience, addiction specialists have developed a wide variety of highly effective drug rehab treatments. Addicts from every walk of life now stand a ...
Views: 1558(1 vote) - Treating Opiate Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2014 from Lara SchusterIt is impossible to miss the fact that Opiate addiction is a crisis of epic proportion in our society today! Statistics show that millions struggle with abuse and addiction and according to the National Institute for Drug Abuse, more than 15,000 die each year from opiate overdose. Realizing ...
Views: 1558 - Addicted to Sedatives - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2014 from Lara SchusterPrescription sleep agents, such as Ambien, have been known to cause some pretty peculiar behavior without the individual remembering any of the events once they are fully awake. Sleepwalking, driving in the middle of the night and even raiding the refrigerator are just a few of the behaviors ...
Views: 1556 - Understanding Urinalysis - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Mark MyersUnderstanding more about drug screens is could be a pretty involved process. If you are being tested or having someone go through a screening process, the following information you will helpful.A chain of custody is required by the laboratory which will perform the actual testing. This means ...
Views: 1554(1 vote) - Alcohol Rehab Center - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from addiction professorFor someone who has never had a problem with alcohol, it can be difficult to understand why someone cannot simply stop drinking. Doing battle with a true addiction is never going to be easy, which is why an alcohol rehab center can be so beneficial. What to Expect from an Alcohol Rehab ...
Views: 1553(1 vote) - Can I Detox from Opiate Abuse at Home? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2014 from Lara SchusterIf you have been struggling with opiate dependency and are ready to stop, you may be tempted to try to detox on your own at home. Home detox from opiate abuse is a frequently discussed topic on just about every forum and while it is possible to find just about every home remedy imaginable, it is ...
Views: 1553 - 7 Important Facts Every Parent Needs to Know About Rising Teen Heroin Use - by Submitted on May 04, 2016 from Desiree PattonIt’s cheap, and it’s everywhere. For these reasons alone, heroin offers an appeal to teenagers that other drugs just can’t match. Factor in peer pressure, the need to self-medicate, or just plain, simple teenage curiosity, and it’s easy to see why heroin is making an alarming comeback in the ...
Views: 1551 - What Every Parent Needs to Know About Prescription and Over the Counter Drug Abuse - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Lisa EspichPrescription drug abuse is the most rapidly increasing drug abuse among teens. In 2009, more than one third of teens said they can get prescription drugs to get high within a day; nearly one in five could get them within an hour. Parents set the example and help to create the beliefs their ...
Views: 1550(2 votes) - Love: The Key to Releasing Addictive Behaviour - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Anne Whitehouse PhDLove is all we need for deep-down wellbeing. Our subconscious mind knows this, and will do anything to get that feeling. Unfortunately, we often have sabotaging mental programmes too, which prevent us from allowing love into our lives. If we are in a relationship, we unconsciously keep our ...
Views: 1549(10 votes) - Meditate on Your Bad Habits - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from Amod Joshi“I had made a New Year’s resolution to quit my bad habit, and I am already struggling!!” It is just Feb 2012, and many of us are in the same boat. It may be any habit, smoking, drinking, getting to office late or even spending too much time on Internet. We know that it is bad, but we cannot ...
Views: 1548 - Applying Early A.A. Christian Recovery Techniques with conference-approved meetings today - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),“How to Conduct ‘Old-School” 12-Step Recovery Meetings Using Conference-Approved Literature” Video One Introduction [Part 1] Aloha! My name is Ken B. This is the first video of a new class my dad, Dick B., and I are presenting entitled How to Conduct “Old-School” 12-Step Recovery ...
Views: 1547 - How To Start Every Day Drug Free - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from addiction professorWhether you’re newly sober or still battling cravings after years of abstinence, it is possible to make it through even the roughest days. For many recovering addicts, morning is the most difficult time of day--cravings seem worse, withdrawal symptoms are sharper, and willpower seems ...
Views: 1547(1 vote) - Benefits of Volunteering with Newborns - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2018 from Barbara EdwardsFor many, one of the most rewarding and fulfilling volunteer opportunities out there is cuddling babies in the neonatal intensive care unit. Parents of premature infants try their best to spend as much time as possible in the hospital with their newborn, but it is impossible to spend day and ...
Views: 1546 - Tired. A matter of acquiescence or despair. - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from Bill White“Tired.” Just pause for a moment and ponder the word. Actually, it’s a very deep state of mind and heart, isn’t it? I mean, we all know what it’s like to be tired and ready for bed after a long day. However, I’m presenting the word within the context of being emotionally, mentally, and ...
Views: 1545(3 votes) - Addiction and Recovery - What is Detox? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Peggy Ferguson"Detox" is the beginning of the process of recovery. Most people need some kind of help getting through detox. Some people need medical help or additional structure and support. The kinds of difficulties that an alcoholic or addict will have with detox depend on a number of variables, including, ...
Views: 1544(1 vote) - How Addiction Starts - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2009 from Chad RatliffeAddiction begins with a problem, discomfort, or some form of emotional or physical pain for a person. This person is, like most people in our society, basically good. But he encounters a problem that is causing him physical or emotional pain and discomfort and for which he does not have an ...
Views: 1544 - What to do with Your Pets During Drug Detox - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from James DavisIf you have pets and you need to undergo a drug detox program, there are a number of options for their care while you get the help you need. Unfortunately, many addicts and alcoholics delay treatment or avoid it altogether because they cannot make the proper arrangements for their pets. This ...
Views: 1544 - Teens Who Drink And Party Heavily - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Susan StiffelmanI was recently asked to do an “Ask the Expert” spot on Fox News about what parents can do about kids who party and drink heavily. Given the response from viewers, I decided to summarize some of the key points. As I thought about what I wanted to say in the brief time allocated, I realized that ...
Views: 1543 - Governor Christie Proposal to Support Drug Rehab in New Jersey - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Doug MeadNew Jersey Governor Chris Christie is gaining support for his proposal for mandatory treatment for non-violent drug offenders. Drug rehab in New Jersey will be a forced alternative for those convicted of non-violent drug offenses. The state of New Jersey could very well become a testing ...
Views: 1542(1 vote) - Rick S. Personal Recovery Story - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Addict's Friendhttp://www.addictsfriend.com Sober, Happy, & Free Author: Rick S. Reprinted From: The Community Health Alliance -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I grew up in Chicago, one of six kids. My dad worked three jobs most of my childhood, and ...
Views: 1542(2 votes) - How Drug Use Could Endanger Your Mental Health - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2016 from Anica OaksMany people might think that only major conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder denote mental illness. However, many common symptoms like anxiety, sadness, mood swings and insomnia indicate poor mental health and often signify underlying conditions. Using drugs can make these feelings ...
Views: 1541 - Santa Claus made me smoke - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2004 from Ian ClarkWHY SANTA The reference to Santa Claus may seem bizarre. I was trying to think of another marketing campaign as successful as the Tobacco companies. By successful I mean being able to get into the very fabric of society in a way that seems normal and matter of fact. There were two that sprung ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - The Dark Side of Prescription Drugs - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2009 from patti geier"I lost everything when the police raided my house looking for prescription drugs. My husband and two little children were home that night. I was so ashamed I couldn't even look at them. I was arrested, put in handcuffs and locked up. My husband divorced me. My children were taken away from me. ...
Views: 1539 - FISHING POLE-FOOD FOR LIFE - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Keith BrayFISHING POLE-FOOD FOR LIFE Yesterday, I had posted something that asked for input and answers to a couple of specific questions. I am still looking for more input, and thanks to those of you who did respond. I got one great reminder and I have to remember it, and it may be a great reminder for ...
Views: 1538 - Shocking Dream Excerpt From Johnny Oops - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Arthur LevineI was going through my roommate’s socks in the dark looking for his stash when the lights came on. He grabbed my arm, and spun me around shouting, “What the hell are you doing?” He didn’t tell anyone else, but when he calmed down he made me promise I would get myself straightened out. I promised ...
Views: 1538 - Two Things You Can Do Now To Reduce Your Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Peggy FergusonWe know that once Thanksgiving is over, we will be having an increase in our stress. This yearly event, when the demands for our time, energy, money, and other resources increase exponentially, and our stress levels rises accordingly, is lovingly known as "the holidays". And each year, we just ...
Views: 1538(2 votes) - What the Scandal in Oregon Brings to the Surface - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Brooke OberstOregon's present state of health has been checked as poor in recent days. The Oregon Health Authority: Addictions and Mental Health Division has come under fire. It was concluded that Oregon has an abysmal track record for people completing their addiction treatment programs, and was only ...
Views: 1537 - How Do You Work with Anger While in Recovery? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Keith Bray"Character isn't inherited. One builds it daily by the way one thinks and acts, thought by thought, action by action. If one lets fear or hate or anger take possession of the mind, they become self-forged chains." -- Helen Douglas How do you feel about anger, in yourself and in others? How do ...
Views: 1535(1 vote) - The symptoms of alcohol addiction - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Russel MarshallAlcohol addiction is nothing but a compulsive alcohol dependence wherein a person goes through a state of consuming alcohol in excess amount. It can be better defined as an irregular desire for alcohol. Although, each of us are aware of the advantages and disadvantages of consuming alcohol in ...
Views: 1535 - Struggling with Marijuana Dependency? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2014 from Lara SchusterJust because a drug is legal does not mean that you cannot abuse it or develop a dependency to it. Take a look at the millions of people dependent on prescription drugs and alcohol – which both are legal - and you, will understand. The legalization of marijuana does not change the fact that ...
Views: 1534(1 vote) - Suspect A Child Of Drug Abuse, What's Next? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2008 from Robert JohnsonBefore the thought of long term drug rehab enters the picture, you need to know for sure if your child is abusing drugs. The best way to prevent and learn if your child is experimenting with drugs is by having an open relationship with your child. Falsely accusing a child of abusing drugs can ...
Views: 1533 - Group Therapy As an Aid in Sexual Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2013 from Dorothy HaydenGroup therapy is a highly effective treatment modality for sex addicts. It reduces shame and denial, limits isolation, increases socialization skills and the development of empathy. The process fosters the development of intimacy and helps sex addicts develop the coping skills they need to meet ...
Views: 1532 - 13 Resume Blunders That Can Cost You the Interview - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from Sandy DsouzaWe start with the mistakes that should be avoided at any cost in case you do not wish to lose the opportunity of being interviewed. 13 –Unprofessional e-mail id: cutie_catherine@coolid.com, pingme_peter@dumbmail.com, chocolicious_cake_jennifer@stupendousmail.com, etc. are not allowed at any ...
Views: 1530(1 vote) - How to quit smoking! Tips and Advice - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Nenad MolerovicMost smokers are afraid that they can’t quit, that cigarettes are more powerful than they are. Actually this is fear from the fear, because if you are still smoking, how can you know that it’s hard without cigarettes? This is a result from your habit that is controlling you so much ...
Views: 1530 - Understanding Support Networks in Recovery from Addiction - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2012 from James DavisSupport networks must be made a critical component of an addict's recovery plan in order to prevent relapse and maintain and improve emotional, mental and spiritual health. Recovering addicts that do not have a support network often become depressed, withdraw from social interactions and ...
Views: 1530 - Crisis in America: Prescription Drug Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Lara SchusterThe billboard in Indiana announced, “Every 25 minutes someone dies from prescription drug overdose.” As shocking as that may sound… according to the Partnership for a Drug Free World, prescription drug abuse claims a life every 19 minutes. What’s more, the CDC states that 100 people die every ...
Views: 1529(1 vote) - Addiction: Symptoms and Risks - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Sam Etkin*This article is excerpted from "Overcoming Prescription Drug Addiction". For more information, go to www.prescriptiondrugaddiction.com Prescription drug abuse is often difficult for friends and family to recognize. Contrary to popular belief, one need not abuse drugs daily to have a problem ...
Views: 1528 - Collaborative Christian Recovery Effort - Volunter Presenters. You Could Possibly Be One - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Collaborative Christian Recovery Effort Project of International Christian Recovery Coalition To each person addressed: You have the program or plans. You have the qualifications. You have the experience. You have in mind the mission. We have the basic introductory information, plus the ...
Views: 1528(1 vote) - Healing Your Hungry Heart: recovering from your eating disorder; excerpt from Chapter 1 unreal to real: snapshots of my story - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Joanna PoppinkHealing Your Hungry Heart: recovering from your eating disorder, By Joanna Poppink Chapter 1 Unreal to Real: Snapshots of My Story "Self-observation is an instrument of self-change, a means of awakening." -- George Gurdjieff I started making myself throw up when I was thirteen ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - How To Break Porn Addiction-4 Valuable Pointers - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Peter LangfordBreaking Addiction to Porn may be difficult. Many have tried and failed without earning any ground to their situation at all. Nevertheless it is not impossible either as with the true information and assistance you’ll be able to get from end to end to the other side successfully and run on with ...
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