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Coming Out of Our Comfort Zones: Recovery From Addiction - by Candace Plattor- 5 Stages of Alcohol Recovery - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2013 from Lara SchusterReaching the decision to get help for your alcohol abuse is not an easy decision to make and you may have a long road ahead of you, but you are ready to move forward to a new life that does not include alcohol. While there are many programs out there than can help you detoxify from your alcohol ...
Views: 1082 - 5 Symptoms Of Alcoholism - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2007 from Terje EllingsenLike any disease, there are signs or symptoms of alcoholism. Some of them is very easy to recognize whilst others are less obvious. Most of us can go out maybe once a week or just on special occasions and have a few drinks and it is no big deal. Anyone can be an alcoholic including teenagers. ...
Views: 6569 - 5 Things Expected at an Intervention - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Lara SchusterIt is a common misconception that most people believe that in order to help someone who has substance abuse or addiction, the addict or alcoholic must hit rock bottom before they can be helped. For many family members and friends, sitting by helplessly and watching as their loved one destroyed ...
Views: 761 - 5 Things You Can Do To Help Win the War on Substance Abuse - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Anica OaksSubstance abuse is a massive problem in the United States and a few other countries. The United States has more than 23 million people who are addicted to drugs, alcohol and the like. Drug-related crimes run rampant throughout the United States, as well. U.S. citizens can participate in fighting ...
Views: 1669 - 5 Tips On Assisting Teens With Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2017 from Kitt WakeleyAssisting Teenagers with Recovery Admitting a teen in rehab is one of the toughest things a parent will do. Though you can be assured that your child is getting help, you might also be concerned about what the future has in store for your teen. Being a parent, you can take some actions to ...
Views: 1281 - 5 Tips On How Celebrities And Others Can Benefit From Rehab - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Stanley PopovichBy: Stan Popovich Many people who enter rehab for various mental health issues sometimes do not know how to take advantage of the advice given to them. Many of these people go to rehab multiple times and still are not sure how to handle their mental health issues. Here are some tips on what ...
Views: 1236 - 5 Tips To Prevent A Binge - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyHere are five tips that I have received from people who are struggling with binge eating disorder. When I was bingeing I used some of these exact tips. The tricks really helped to curb a binge or two. Try them out ad let me know how they work out for you. 1. Become a vegan. I’ve heard ...
Views: 1592 - 5 Warning Signs of Gambling Addiction You Shouldn't Ignore - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2024 from Juan BendanaGambling can start as a simple thrill, but when it takes over, it becomes a serious concern. For some, it's a harmless pastime. For others, it is a dangerous path to trouble. In a world where placing a bet is as easy as tapping a screen, the line between fun and addiction blurs quickly. ...
Views: 185 - 5 Ways Addiction Affects Parent-Child Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2017 from Claire StewartChildren should be able to trust their parent completely. This is a person who, usually, helped bring them into the world. But what happens when the parent is suffering from an addiction? Addiction doesn’t just affect the addict. It has far-reaching effects, many of which impact children and the ...
Views: 1841 - 5 WAYS TO HEAL YOUR BODY AND MIND AFTER ADDICTION RECOVERY - by Submitted on May 29, 2018 from Smith WillasAddiction is a subtle disorder, that can swiftly hold quickly in some of the cases, mainly after long-term substance abuse and affects the addicted person’s body and mind. So, treatment to addiction is obligatory. As addicted individuals have certain similarities but each case is ...
Views: 1662 - 5 Ways to Help a Family Member Through Detox - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2013 from Lara SchusterWatching a loved one succumb to drug or alcohol addiction can be devastating to a family. Parents, siblings, extended family and even very close friends feel helpless as they watch their loved one self destruct. While you may feel that there is nothing you can do to stop them, you actually have ...
Views: 949 - 5 Ways to Help Your Teen Avoid a Relapse - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Desiree PattonYour teen has relapsed. Despite whatever fear, disappointment, and frustration you may feel, you need to remain as calm as possible. Your loved one still needs your support. So, what can you do as a concerned parent to help them get back on the road to recovery? 1. Envision Relapse as a ...
Views: 1872 - 5 Ways to Pick Up the Pieces After a DUI - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2017 from Adora CollinsBeing convicted of driving under the influence can completely derail your life. Not only could you have to empty your bank account to cover court fees, fines, legal representation and other costs, but in many states, that DUI may be a black mark on your driving record forever. It may be more ...
Views: 4427 - 5 Ways To Spot Inhalant Abuse - A Parent's Guide - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2008 from John LeeWhen people think of inhalant abuse (sniffing glue, gasoline, turpentine etc.) they generally tend to picture inner city homeless; poor souls already past the hope of help. But the reality of inhalant abuse is far different, and far scarier. 17 million Americans report having used inhalants at ...
Views: 1278 - 6 Guaranteed Treatment For Illegal Drugs You’re Unaware Of - by Submitted on May 20, 2019 from Ronald R HandThe list of illegal drugs is long and the list of people addicted to these drugs is way longer as roughly 38% of American adults battle an illicit drug use, another word for illegal drug use, disorder. Almost all illegal drugs are unregulated substances, including, but not limited to heroin, ...
Views: 1555 - 6 Things to Do After Drug Rehab Treatment - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2013 from Lara SchusterWhile you are going through a drug rehab treatment program, you will be introduced to many different skills and strategies that can help you be successful in your new life without drugs. When you return home, you may discover that as you apply the skills and strategies to your life after rehab, ...
Views: 1454 - 6 Tips to Remove YouTube Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Yes, you don't watch a lot of television but you're spending too much time in YouTube. This video-sharing website has garnered millions of followers all over the world, for only a very short time. With so many videos to watch you can't help but ...
Views: 23416 - 6 Tips to Start Beating Internet Addiction - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. These days the Internet has proven itself to be both a boon and a bane. It is an advantage because it gives you almost all types of resources you need in just a matter of seconds. On the other hand, it is a curse, leaving thousands of people ...
Views: 889 - 6 Ways to Gain Control and Stop Binge Eating - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyAfter you realize that you have binge eating disorder, it’s important to figure out the root of why you binge. The root is the reason you turn to bingeing; it’s why you do what you do. This is one of the first steps you need to figure out as you try to move into binge eating ...
Views: 1751 - 7 Habits of an Addict about to Relapse - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2012 from James DavisMany addicts in recovery that are nearing a relapse episode exhibit predictable and identifiable habits and behaviors before the actual relapse occurs. Recognition of these habits is critical in order for people in recovery and their loved ones to take decisive and immediate action to prevent ...
Views: 1671 - 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: 1409 - 7 Marijuana Rehab Tips - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2013 from Lara SchusterAs more states begin to legalize the use of Marijuana, it does not mean that people will not become addicted to the drug. If anything the main reason more people have not used Marijuana in the past is because it has been illegal, but once that changes, more people will begin to use it, which ...
Views: 1289 - 7 No-Holds-Barred Reasons to Stop Using Drugs Now - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from James DavisIf you or someone you love is addicted to drugs, you've probably been hearing lots of reasons that drug abuse should cease immediately. However, the very nature of addiction means that this message is often ignored. This is especially true for some addicts when the message is delivered from a ...
Views: 1210 - 7 Proven Ways to Resist the Urge to Smoke. - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2004 from Arina NikitinaWhen you decide to stop smoking the most difficult part is to resist the urges. It doesn’t matter that each craving lasts only 3-5 minutes. It’s still the whole 5 minutes to battle with your willpower! These 7 tips will help you to resist the urge to smoke (one urge at a time). 1. Remind ...
Views: 1572 - 7 Steps to Break any Bad Habit or Addiction - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2008 from jonathan highstead1. Identify What You Really Need You know what you don’t want, but until you’ve clearly identified what you do want, how can you see any options to get it? The first step is to identify the subconscious needs that are driving your behavior. Once you understand what you are really ...
Views: 4512 - 7 Tips to Prepare Yourself for Giving Up Smoking - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2016 from Julie DohertyI don't Have to tell you what an addictive, destructive and terrible habit this is, because you already know that is why you have chosen to read this blog. I have just finished a book for you covering the aspects of "Why Can't I Give Up Smoking" it is in the publishing stages at present to go ...
Views: 1591 - A Behavioral Modification Approach to Treating Sex Addiction - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2013 from Dorothy Hayden“Brainlock”, a four-step self-help guide for treating OCD is a book written by Jeffrey Schwartz, M.D., a physician who spent most of his career treating and doing research on Obsessive/Compulsive (OCD) behaviors. His has developed a four-part program self-help program that can be used for ...
Views: 2633 - A Brief Overview of Forum Publicity and its Primary Usage - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Alured poelmanThe usage of forum as a medium for publicity is often overlooked. What many individuals don't realize is that there are rather various benefits to posting messages in free forums. You are grabbing the attention of your targeted audience, your target market. Yes, of course, you have the ability ...
Views: 871 - A brief theology of sports - by A number of years ago I was speaking at a camp for young people. When the first group game time came, one of the leaders began to tell a parable based on Genesis 1-3. He described the joy of playing games in the Garden of Eden, where the emphasis was simply on the joy of playing. But one day the ...
Views: 317 - A Case Study of One Sex Addict's Recovery - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2013 from Dorothy HaydenSteve is a professional musician. A man in his 50's, virile yet sensitive, he is sexually compulsive around fetishistic sex. Since his early teens, Steve had masturbated nearly every night before going to sleep. As he matured, his need for masturbation increased until he was masturbated five or ...
Views: 3973 - A Couch Potato No Longer: How to Beat Your TV Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Do you know that men and women should spend no more than 4 hours in front of the television? It increases the risks of developing cardiovascular diseases. It also promotes a sedentary lifestyle, which often leads to obesity and other disorders. ...
Views: 2435 - A Crucial Drug Addiction Sign And Alcoholism Symptom - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2008 from Carl-Peter LehmannWhen trying to figure out if you or someone you care about is a drug addict or alcoholic, knowing what the alcoholism symptoms or drug addiction signs are, can be very helpful. There are various symptoms and signs of addiction - but rather than tell you what they all are here (don't hesitate to ...
Views: 1547 - A Dilemma- "WANT" vs. "NEED" - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Keith BrayA Dilemma-“WANT” vs. “NEED” Things are said and life issues sometimes converge, and really cause the mind to ponder. I have just gone through a situation like that, and it relates to work life/career equally to life recovery, life transformation and getting addiction help. There is a huge ...
Views: 1628 - A Dual Diagnosis Treatment for Drug and Alcohol Addicts - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Russel MarshallA dual diagnosis is a recovery treatment process designed for the people who suffering from double addiction. It is a recovery treatment program for drug and alcohol addicted people who are having many serious problems related to drug and alcohol abuse. This kind of addiction recovery treatment ...
Views: 1276 - A DUCK. WHO ME? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Keith BrayA DUCK? WHO ME? One of the joys of living in the times we do is the internet. It gives us a huge access to information and people. Through the site www.myrecoveryspace.com, I have had the good fortune of befriending Dennis S. in the California desert. Dennis writes a lot of things I can relate ...
Views: 1714 - A Good Kind of Tired - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Vera SnowThis past weekend, my family and I had the pleasure of what Minnesotan’s lovingly call, “going up north!” Essentially, it means communing with nature either on the north shore of Lake Superior or in the North woods/Lakes area. It is also understood that what you experience up there is a profound ...
Views: 1062 - A Halfway House: What it is & why you should consider it? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2018 from Rehan HasanIn the event that you are thinking about experiencing look after medication or liquor habit, there are numerous alternatives that you have access to you. A Halfway House for people who have finished inpatient, or healing facility based mental treatment, however, who are not set up to make a full ...
Views: 1299 - A Look Inside House of LooLous, The World's Most Unique Home - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2023 from Wajahat AliIf you're looking for something truly unique, you'll want to check out House of LooLous. This beautiful home was designed by a team of architects and engineers with one goal in mind - to create the most outrageous and outrageous home possible. With its over-the-top elements and attention to ...
Views: 415 - A Moment in Time, an Excerpt from "Being Here…Too, Short Stories of Modern Day Enlightenment," by Ariel and Shya Kane - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2019 from Ariel and Shya KaneMy brother Brian was born a year and a half after I was. My mom told me that when she brought him home from the hospital, I thought he was a gift for me. When we were growing up, Brian seemed to know how to do everything without any help or training. I’d ask him, “How do you know that?” I was ...
Views: 887 - A New Approach to Addicition: A Look at Limitations and Their Solutions - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2020 from Nancy FairbrotherAddiction is a worldwide problem for which few have found a solution. It is a source of shame for those who are in its clutches, and is called a disease for which there is no cure. Addiction manifests in many ways. Alcoholism is just one form of addiction. Alcoholism is the third leading ...
Views: 823 - A New Realm in Addiction Recovery : Online Recovery Communities - by Yes it is true that there are many offline organizations available to help in recovery, but not everyone who's addicted can get to those organizations. For some people with special needs like the deaf, the visually impaired and blind, the disabled, the homebound and for geographically isolated ...
Views: 1091 - A New Way to Conquer Addictions - by Anyone who’s tried to quit smoking knows how very, very hard it can be. Even when you really want to stop, cigarettes sneak up on you and the next thing you know, you’re inhaling. Or worse, you realize that you just smoked a cigarette and put it out without even noticing.
For many, stop-smoking ...
Views: 1007 - A New Way to Treat Addictions and Compulsions - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2018 from Imi LoThe root of any addiction or compulsion is deprivation. Deep-seated,buried, chronic deprivation. The link is often not apparent at first, and the idea of losing the need to control to gain control might seem too contradictory to fathom- especially when we are in the midst of a painful ...
Views: 1581 - A NIGHT OF HOPE - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Keith BrayA NIGHT OF HOPE Every now and again, we can all use a “shot” of hope. Last night was a great one for me. With all the stats that I keep seeing on addiction recovery, the exploits of people like Lindsay Lohan and the “name” athletes and celebs we are bombarded with and the tough times we are ...
Views: 1454 - A Porn Addicted Nation - Are You Addicted? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Gordon Bruin"My 12 year old son is addicted to pornography. Can you help him? He is defiant or isolates and I don't know what to do anymore." This was the plea of a parent I spoke with, recently. "I have no urge to stop using drugs; there is nothing wrong with it. I don't care what my stupid parents say, I ...
Views: 2340 - A Powerful Tip to Help Keep You Clean and Sober - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2012 from Kelli CooperYou might be a wit’s end right now, trying to get through the peaks and valleys of drug rehabilitation. Your body craves a quick fix and your mind races ahead at a thousand miles a minute, grasping for anything to help you ease the pain of kicking your habit. One powerful tip can help you get ...
Views: 1178 - A Quick Online Guide about Drug and Alcohol Centers - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Darren KingAddiction to drugs or alcohol is a serious problem that is plaguing the society. As a result, treatment of this obsession needs to be taken as soon as possible because at later stages it becomes very difficult to overcome this. Attending drug and alcohol centers is the best way to deal with the ...
Views: 1045 - A Simple Key to a More Meaningful Life - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Richard (Dick) WarnDr. David Hawkins, psychiatrist, physician, and spiritual teacher, said, "Make a gift of your life and lift all mankind by being kind, considerate, forgiving, and compassionate at all times,in all places, and under all conditions, with everyone as well as yourself. This is the greatest gift ...
Views: 1488 - A Theory Of Addiction Relapse Prevention - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from William BerryWhen I first decided to write an article about relapse prevention, I felt anxious about what to include or exclude. I initially thought about all the material I have on relapse prevention, and how I could integrate it into one article. The truth is, I consider everything I do in treatment as ...
Views: 4306 - A.A. History Brief: Oxford Group Principles - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A.A. History Brief: Oxford Group Principles By Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved What the Oxford Group Principles Were Many within and without the Oxford Group have endeavored to describe the principles of the Oxford Group. One Australian Oxford Group writer spoke of eight ...
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