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Coming Out of Our Comfort Zones: Recovery From Addiction - by Candace Plattor- More Newborns are Born Addicted - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Cheryl HinneburgNo one will argue that there is an unfortunate increase in prescription pill abuse and especially prescription pain killers, otherwise known as opioids. Some say that doctors are too quick to write the prescriptions and others will say that more people need to become educated on the proper ...
Views: 1976(1 vote) - Upsetting the status quo, your family of origin's reaction to your new boundaries. - by Submitted on May 30, 2004 from David BruceUpsetting the status quo, your family of origin's reactionto your new boundaries.Or no good deed goes unpunished an Article by David Bruce Jr Now that you have your new found functional boundaries,what is some bad news you now have to deal with? You will have to decide, with determination, ...
Views: 1976 - How Your Past Can Lead to Obesity - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Karen KleinwortObesity is blamed on many things related to our physical health: food cravings, metabolism rate, thyroid issues, lack of exercise, binge eating, etc. Yet examining obesity from a psychological perspective reveals that there’s far more to obesity than just the physical causes and effects. A ...
Views: 1975(1 vote) - Insomnia, Alcohol and Sleep - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Robert And Shelley JakobsenThe average adult sleeps 7.5 to 8 hours every night. Although the function of sleep is unknown, abundant evidence demonstrates that lack of sleep can have serious consequences, including increased risk of depressive disorders, impaired breathing, and heart disease. In addition, excessive ...
Views: 1972(2 votes) - Self Help Tips - What Does Self Help Really Mean? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Peter MainIn modern day usage, self-help really refers to a process concerning people's own personal development or self growth. The good side of this is that it leads to people trying to become aware of who and what they are, and pursuing avenues that can help them become more rounded and happy people. ...
Views: 1970(2 votes) - Dual Diagnosis: Diagnosis and Treatment - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Robert HomerIn this context dual diagnosis refers to those who have nonnicotine substance abuse or dependence in addition to another axis I or axis II disorder. While statistics vary widely, dual diagnosis occurs commonly in the severe mentally ill, occurring with a prevalence of about one-third in ...
Views: 1965 - Sin, Virtue and Society - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Mark GillespieThe seven deadly sins were the seven cardinal sins enumerated by Saint Thomas Aquinas in the 13th century – pride or vanity, envy, gluttony, greed or avarice, lust, sloth, and wrath or anger. These seven certainly are the cause of much human misery and may even be among those faults that condemn ...
Views: 1963 - What Is the Best Way to Deal With Anger? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2013 from Peter MainLevels of anger and stress has increased hugely in recent times, especially in large urban areas and cities, resulting in increased tension and instability in many people's lives. The effects of anger can be seen very clearly in many domestic or work situation you care to imagine. Anger as an ...
Views: 1963(1 vote) - Gambling - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Jack TaylorGambling addiction is a mental problem. It is an impulse control problem and could be of many types as there are various types of gambling games. Patients suffering from it become persistent gamblers even after it starts harming them. They are not able to get rid of it despite having desire to ...
Views: 1962(1 vote) - Alcohol Addiction Symptoms and Signs - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Rich HenryAlcohol is a word that appears so much in our daily lives and culture that it is difficult for a non-alcoholic to imagine a life of alcohol addiction. Yet, no matter how much one may despise the term and the addiction, psychiatrists describe an alcoholic as one who exhibits any or all of these ...
Views: 1959(2 votes) - Exercise and Recovery - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Kristi AbbottExercise can be a helpful tool when recovering from an addiction, as it provides a way for you to keep busy and be healthy. According to Dr. Nora Volkow of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, exercise can help relieve stress and reduce depression, both factors that can help reduce the rate of ...
Views: 1956(4 votes) - If I Found Freedom You Can Too: From Addictions, Mental Illness, Domestic Violence and More - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Marilyn RedmondI chose to grow into heaven on earth by healing my ghastly past. My road in life was not smooth; many events were rocky and traumatic. Chaos and violence impacted my life severely from an early age. Retracing the events of my life, I found that I had perpetuated fear, shame, and turmoil from ...
Views: 1956 - Breakthrough Spiritual Research on the Root Cause of Addictions - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2007 from Sean ClarkeAddictions are a worldwide phenomenon adversely affecting the lives of millions across all geographical boundaries and cultures. At a personal level, people’s lives are destroyed by their addictions and their loved ones also suffer the trauma from the negative ripple effect. Causes of addictive ...
Views: 1955 - Preventing Relapse By Taking Action In All Areas Of Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2014 from Scott RobertsDo you have an addiction you simply can’t seem to get rid of? Try these techniques to help you boost success: Improve your mental and physical health It takes mental stamina and physical health to prevent relapsing. Trying to fight off an addiction is very draining mentally and physically. ...
Views: 1954 - Can Addiction Be CURED? Yes. - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2011 from Dan FarishCan Addiction Be Cured? In today’s world, most addiction treatment professionals view addiction as an incurable disease, which can only be managed and controlled using ongoing aftercare programs. In other words, every addict will always be a recovering addict, and cannot hope to become a ...
Views: 1953(1 vote) - Easier, Softer Way - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2008 from Keith BrayThis is a phrase used in the bible of the original 12 step organization (known as the Big Book). As I have traveled the road of life, I often found myself looking for an easier, softer way to get what I wanted. In school, I dogged assignments and read other peoples notes. I have tried get rich ...
Views: 1950 - Alcohol & Drug Addiction: Why the "Detox-Rehab Cycle" Doesn't Work - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2007 from Dr. Richard GracerJohn was addicted to Norco (a pain pill that contains hydrocodone the same opiate pain killer found in Vicodin), taking up to 30 daily. He started drinking heavily to cope with the feelings he would get when he could not get enough Norco. Things finally collapsed when the police stopped him ...
Views: 1949 - How Strong Do Prescription Meds Need To Be? - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Mike MillerIt seems like prescription medications are getting stronger and more addictive all the time. One of the few things I have not been addicted to I nevertheless understand the mind of an addict and the body and mind can be tempted easily into addiction. But are there people out there who cannot ...
Views: 1948(2 votes) - How To Overcome The Biggest Obstacle To Permanently Ending An Addiction. - by Submitted on May 26, 2006 from Dennis MarcellinoThe biggest obstacle to a person really transforming their life is: not wanting to have a loss of spontaneity. People have a tendency to like to do what they feel to do and when they feel to do it (even if that means compulsive things like binge eating, drinking, succumbing to peer pressure, ...
Views: 1942 - Psychedelic Drugs may Hold some Medical Value - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2013 from Cheryl HinneburgBack in the 1960’s, the Woodstock era, psychedelic drug use was pretty common for the younger generation, who are today’s baby boomers. New studies now reveal that today’s young people might be just as likely to use psychedelic drugs. These drugs are known to stimulate the brain receptors ...
Views: 1942(1 vote) - The Junk In Your Trunk, Parts 1 & 2 - by Submitted on May 24, 2003 from James CantrellPart I From the moment of our birth until the moment of our demise, we are constantly writing our life’s experiences onto the slates of our minds; and when we have finished writing on a slate, it is stored in an imaginary trunk where they remain until such time as they are needed as a reference ...
Views: 1942(1 vote) - Why You Should Go to Rehab for Addiction Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Peter MaplethorpeIf you have an addiction to a substance, drugs or alcohol, you may often wonder what the benefits of a rehab are and why you should go to rehab for treatment. It takes a lot of courage to decide to get treatment. It means that you have accepted that you have a substance addiction, which you ...
Views: 1941 - Alcoholics Anonymous and First Century Christianity - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A.A. and First Century Christianity Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved Early A.A. Was Consistently Called “First Century Christianity.” Why! Two elements stand out when it comes to what the early Christians did. Daily: Mark 14:49 is one of the many instances where Jesus ...
Views: 1933(2 votes) - How to Separate the Help From The Hype In Addiction Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2010 from Peggy FergusonThere is so much "information" on the internet about addiction and recovery and unless you already have some knowledge about addiction and recovery, all resources may appear equal to you. This is not the case. There are advertisements, articles, and blog posts about addiction recovery ...
Views: 1932(2 votes) - 9 Brain Strategies to Begin A Behavioral Change - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Genie LabordeWe all know our brain has a lot to do with our behaviors. If this is so, why can't we just decide to change, and then do it? We do control our brains, right? Well, right and wrong. It is much easier to change a pattern if we understand a few things about how the brain works that are not ...
Views: 1930(3 votes) - How To Start The Alcohol or Drug Addiction Conversation - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Ari NovickPeople with drug and alcohol related problems would need to attend substance abuse awareness classes. Courses either have been mandated by the court system after the individual has ended up with a citation, or they are perfect for the education and recovery of those struggling with addictions. ...
Views: 1924(2 votes) - Is an addict ever cured? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Judy HerzanekIS AN ADDICT EVER CURED? ~ by Joe Herzanek In today’s world in which more and more information is readily available, there seems to be more and more confusion regarding the topic of an “Addiction Cure.” Is there a cure for addiction? Some people would argue quite convincingly that there ...
Views: 1922(2 votes) - Low Self-Esteem and Addiction: The Siamese Twins - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2017 from Hafiz AkindeLow self-esteem is a thinking disorder in which individuals view themselves as inadequate, unlovable, or incompetent. There are many manifestations of low self-esteem, the worst of them being addiction. There’s no doubt that low self-esteem is one of the chief causes of addiction. The ...
Views: 1922(1 vote) - Addictions and Change - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Sophie HenshawIn order to cease an addiction such as smoking, drinking or using drugs, a person needs to go through foreseeable stages of change. Following on from Prochaska and DiClemente’s founding research in 1982, these stages of change have been extensively scientifically validated. It is unusual for a ...
Views: 1920(1 vote) - The Benefits of Positive Thinking - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2013 from BAJEERAO PATILFirst of all lets understand what is positive thinking. Positive thinking only means approaching life with a positive outlook. That being said it does not mean you have to ignore potentially harmful situation that can impact your life adversely. The individuals with positive thinking do not ...
Views: 1920 - Fear as a friend not an enemy - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2002 from Ian ClarkFear as a friend not an enemy What we are really saying when we have fears or doubts is not that we are scared of getting hurt. Not that we are unable to do it but the real reason is we feel ‘we cannot handle it’ Some fear is pure instinct and keeps us out of danger but the majority, the ...
Views: 1918(1 vote) - Children of Insanity - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Paul HoodI have been looking at a book by Claudia Black, “My Dad Loves Me, My Dad Has A Disease” (A Child’s View: Living With Addiction, full of pictures and writing by children), and remembering the children of addiction, and the mentally ill. I have seen five-year-olds acting like little adults, ...
Views: 1917(3 votes) - The Key Factors to Stop Smoking: Methodology and Willpower - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2012 from Hendrik GodbersenSmoking is a severe addiction. Therefore it is not surprising that most of ex-smokers need more than one attempt to finally quit smoking. This article gives you an overview of the two key factors of sustainably quitting to smoke. Key Factor 1: A Sound Method to Quit Smoking A good method ...
Views: 1917 - Addictions, Breaking Bad Habits - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Roni LipsteinAddictions are like everything in life, just HABITS…..bad habits more often than good ones, but conditioned habitual BEhaviours none the less. We are, from birth, taught and thus conditioned to CHOOSE from amongst the morals, values, perceptions and BEhaviours that are considered acceptable ...
Views: 1916 - Can You Feel Your Feelings? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2008 from Keith BrayThis is a time of the year when for a lot of us, emotions and feelings run high. Family, or lack of family; friends or lack of friends; loneliness, big ups and big downs, and of course the lingering resentments, something many feel at this time of the year. One of the big challenges I faced in ...
Views: 1915 - Blood Alcohol Content and Your Body - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Mike MillerAs a counselor both in class and online alcohol awareness classes I always discuss how many alcoholic beverages and what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) each of my students had when they were arrested. It is important for people to realize how alcohol affects their mind and their body and to ...
Views: 1913(1 vote) - Is Binge Eating really a serious Eating Disorder? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2013 from Marty LernerThere is a prevailing assumption within the public arena as well as within the population of those suffering with an eating disorder, that Binge Eating Disorder, aka Food Addiction, is less "serious" than the other eating disorders - namely anorexia and bulimia. In addition, as if to make ...
Views: 1912(2 votes) - Why Everyone in Recovery Must Be Trauma-Informed—For Women and Children's Sake (Part 3) - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Dan GriffinMy passion in looking at men and trauma comes primarily from my personal experience as a young boy, first growing up in a violent alcoholic home and then having to deal with the impact of that trauma long into my thirties — and long into my sobriety. I still have vivid memories sitting on the ...
Views: 1912(1 vote) - Are You Codependent? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Lisa EspichAre you in a relationship with an addict? Have your attempts at helping that person failed? Do you feel powerless? Codependency is a term used when one person develops unhealthy patterns due to the involvement with another person who has the disease of addiction. Some of the negative patterns ...
Views: 1911(1 vote) - From The Heart - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2005 from Kay KopitThe rough, russet carpet of the front room of our tiny apartment was threadbare. My brother John, age 7, and I, age 9, scooted and ran around this space, unaware that we lived below the poverty line. Our father had recently deceased and my mother was desperately trying to support the two of us ...
Views: 1910(1 vote) - Addiction: Can Toxic Shame Lead To Addiction? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to hear the word ‘addiction’, there is a strong chance they would start to think about an alcoholic or a drug addict. This is not because it is impossible to be addicted to anything else; it is because of how addiction is often portrayed in today’s world. As a result of this, it ...
Views: 1908 - Core Personal Mastery: The Five Keys - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2007 from Paul RandakThe Five Keys The Five Keys to freedom and recovery 1. I admit to constructing a “Core Belief System” that does not supported me living through my Artistic Self, my authenticity. 2. I commit to exploring my “Core Belief System” and come to an understanding of the beliefs that support my ...
Views: 1908 - I Was My Parent's Son - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2018 from David HarmAs the years begin to pass me by, it is hard not to reflect on my life. Lost friendships, lost loves… just so much lost. Don’t get me wrong, I am very happy with how my life has turned out, yet I can’t help and look back at the destruction of my life. From early childhood, watching my ...
Views: 1907 - What defines an Eating Disorder as an Addiction? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Marty LernerAlthough there has been some controversy as to whether anyone can be "addicted to food" (AKA food addict) or manifest the symptoms of addiction with respect to the other eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorders - the following is a list of the criteria appearing in ...
Views: 1907(2 votes) - What is Toxic Shame? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2015 from Darlene LancerWhen shame becomes toxic, it can ruin our lives. Everyone experiences shame at one time another. It’s an emotion with physical symptoms like any other that comes and goes, but when it's severe, it can be extremely painful. Strong feelings of shame stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, ...
Views: 1905 - Why Love Addicts Are Truely Like Any Other Addict - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Jim HallUsing a practical definition, addiction is characterized by the repeated, compulsive seeking or use of a substance, behavior, or activity to reach euphoric states in the brain, despite negative consequences (harmful consequences to the individual's health, mental state or social life). ...
Views: 1901(2 votes) - Our anxious mind - How anxiety turns into addiction - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2013 from Akira OlsenAnxiety is a common complaint among people of all ages. The sources of their anxieties varies with each person. Some are anxious about everything, while others are anxious about a specific, narrow life issue such as job and money. Anxiety is generally not negative as long as (1) it’s mild and; ...
Views: 1900(2 votes) - How to Fat-Proof Your Life and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * How to Fat-Proof Your Life * We asked top experts for their strategies to help you ward off weight creep -- and even shed pounds -- at tricky stages in life. Go here for the complete news story: ...
Views: 1899(1 vote) - Patt Manna's "Experience Strength and Hope" - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Patt MannaI am a believer who struggled with co-dependency and alcohol. The first time I was exposed to the Twelve Steps, it was in Alcoholics Anonymous and they gave me sobriety from alcohol. I was on the 4th step working this program, when my sponsor sent me to Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA), and ...
Views: 1896(2 votes) - When is Alcohol Treatment Needed? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Gareth CarterAre you asking yourself ‘when is alcohol treatment needed?’ The fact that you are asking this question indicates that there could be a problem at hand. In this article, we’ll tell you how you to determine when alcohol treatment is needed. Knowing the Signs and Symptoms of Alcohol ...
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