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Coming Out of Our Comfort Zones: Recovery From Addiction - by Candace Plattor- Marriage Counseling Couples and Addiction - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2016 from Randi FredricksYou'll find four stages that couples in couples therapy impacted by alcoholism undergo consuming, transition, early recovery and ongoing recovery. The stages originate from the responsibilities of vary from happens together with the size of abstinence. Reaching the transition stage involves ...
Views: 1278(2 votes) - Massage Therapy and Improving Mental Health - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Unknown UnknownWhen you hear the term “addiction”, you might think of drugs, extreme sports participation, Fanatics of sports teams, alcohol, pharmaceuticals, egocentric disorders (narcissism, etc), or stalking behaviors. Chemical imbalances attribute a large portion of the root of mental diseases that ...
Views: 2018(1 vote) - Medications for Drug Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Damlin RekerstanRecovering from a drug or alcohol addiction takes a lifetime of effort. Recovering addicts must consistently attend therapies, practice self-reflection, and developing new coping mechanisms in order to stay sober for the long term. Unfortunately, most addicts experience a relapse at some point ...
Views: 1021(1 vote) - Men: Sex, Trauma, and Embodiment - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Ken Stofft, MA, CSBOver the past 20 years plus I've work with thousands of men. Over these years men have confided in me about the traumas they experienced, the addictive behaviors they engaged in to numb these traumatic experiences, and the sex they dived into to escape their fears around intimacy and trust. Many ...
Views: 1570(1 vote) - Methods for Drug Smuggling - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Rikkie ThampsomDrug smuggling operations can rely on willing or unwilling couriers. In either case, the transport possibilities are seemingly limitless. Cartels and small-time transporters alike are driven by the high profitability of the drug trade and they will go to any length necessary to accomplish ...
Views: 12539(1 vote) - Mindfulness Therapy - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Catherine CosgroveWith all the various psychological theories that have over time dissolved, the newest addition is making its way to universities and private practices country wide. This upcoming treatment uses Buddhism and yoga as a basis and according to several studies, appears to work. This type of therapy ...
Views: 1532(1 vote) - Mom’s New Little Helper: Adderall - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Cheryl HinneburgGetting up early, going to bed late, playing coach, cook, housemaid, financial expert, chauffer, grocery shopper, appointment keeper, bath giver, homework helper, and nurse is just what moms are expected to do. These are mom’s roles and these don’t have any relation to what she does at work, her ...
Views: 4856(1 vote) - 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) - My Personal Journey of Recovery - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Randi FinePrologue from My New Book FINE…LY: MY STORY OF HOPE, LOVE, AND DESTINY I believe that there are divine reasons for the pregnant pauses in our lives; the times when our life seems to come to a screeching halt and we are rendered powerless over it. Those are the times we should pay especially ...
Views: 1456(1 vote) - Narconon Fresh Start Is The Right Place To Attend Drug Rehab Program - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Robin TylorThe addiction to any drugs or alcohol becomes widely dominant among most of the youths and the professionals of the present days. Taking drinks become much professional nowadays where people will show interest to take it on many special occasions. Addiction nothing but refers to the ...
Views: 1170(1 vote) - Narrating The Present–Being In The Now by Johanna Courtleigh, MA, LPC - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Johanna Courtleigh, MA,Sometimes we get lost. In the swirl and whirl of our thoughts. In the energy of our emotions. So lost, we can find ourselves angry, hurt, terrified, bewildered, or worried and out of time, in a memory we React to as if it were real in this very moment, or a prediction of a future that ...
Views: 1208(1 vote) - New Hope with Cocaine Addiction: A True Story - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Johnny DeliriousNothing is more painful than to see a family member or loved one start the path of drug abuse, especially cocaine. The end result is death, either from a disease like hepatitis or from the wrong end of a gun. Today, there are more deaths from drug overdose than from automobile accidents – some ...
Views: 937(1 vote) - New Recovery Movement Making Waves in Addiction Treatment Field - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Lucas CattonThe false message that alcoholism and drug addictions are incurable diseases has been forced upon Americans for so long that most people stopped believing there is a way out. Many addiction treatment programs and traditional recovery support groups have even resorted to telling addicts they ...
Views: 1558(1 vote) - On this International Overdose Awareness Day, let's put a full stop a full stop to the stigma of drug-related deaths - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2022 from Sara WilsonYou attend a party and often see someone get high and fall off from an overdose. It is a common sight. People casually say, "he OD'ed," and move forward partying. None of the people in the room see it coming, the ill effects of the overdose. Yes, drug overdose is a universal problem. As I write ...
Views: 429(1 vote) - One Drink Too Many? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from David OttWhen Is One Drink, One Drink Too Many? A growing number of individuals in our society are being born with, or have developed, an inability to tolerate alcohol. If, for genetic reasons, an individual lacks the natural enzymes and chemicals necessary to metabolize (break down) any food ...
Views: 3354(1 vote) - Online Drug and Alcohol Awareness Classes Aid Legal System in Options - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from Ari NovickWhen a person is arrested and convicted of an alcohol or drug related charge, and then the court has the option to require the offender to take drug or alcohol education classes. Many times, the completion of those classes will negate any fine or sentence that is received. If a class is in your ...
Views: 1685(1 vote) - Online Minor-In-Possession Classes for Teens - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ari NovickIt is important for children to be educated about alcohol abuse as well as other controlled substances so that they may be in a position to make the right and safe decisions in life. Communication and open discussion is key to preventing teens from going down an alcohol or drug using path. When ...
Views: 1374(1 vote) - Open Letter to Overeaters Anonymous - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2013 from Marty LernerIn August of 2010 Overeaters Anonymous celebrated its Golden Anniversary at its world convention in Los Angeles. As someone who has treated compulsive overeaters for more than three decades, I was privileged to be an invited guest to join in the celebration. As a point of reference my ...
Views: 2628(1 vote) - Opiod Addiction: Seven Basic Steps to Avoid Relapse - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2012 from Darren KingRecovering from opiate addiction is a challenging process. Aside from the fact that addiction to opiates is considered as one of the most complicated and life-threatening addictions, putting a stop to this habit is a difficult and painful process. The addiction tendency remains in spite of ...
Views: 1018(1 vote) - Opioid Dependence and Withdrawal - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jeffrey StuckertA person is said to have physical opioid dependence if they have high 'tolerance' of opioids, meaning they need more of the opioid to get the desired effect. Opioid withdrawal symptoms occur when the substance is stopped. Most patients who seek treatment for opioid addiction also have some ...
Views: 2121(2 votes) - Opium and its Derivatives - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Shinzat TurmuleisPeople around the world have used opium for thousands of years. Texts from the first civilizations in Sumer and Mesopotamia describe its frequent use, and archaeologists have even found that ancient peoples devoted entire sections of their cities to its use. Although most people today only ...
Views: 2279(1 vote) - Oregon Drug Rehab - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Scott D. LynnThere are hundreds of drug rehabilitation centers in Oregon. With so many rehabilitation centers in the state with such a variety of different staffs and management philosophy, how to choose the one that is right for you or your loved one? First, always check the accreditation of drug ...
Views: 1042(1 vote) - 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) - Our Christian Recovery Model Today: A First Century Christian Fellowship - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A First Century Christian Fellowship Major Sources for Observing Early A.A.’s Apostolic Principles, Practices, and Resemblance to First Century Christianity at Work By Dick B. © 2012 Anonymous. All rights reserved A Common Observation about “Old-School” Alcoholics ...
Views: 2666(1 vote) - Outpatient Addiction Treatment Florida - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Casey GainesOutpatient Addiction Treatment Florida offers a variety of treatment options to get an individual on the road to recovery. It is difficult to distinguish the proper therapy for an individual without a proper prognosis. The sufferer must undergo an evaluation with a medical professional in order ...
Views: 759(1 vote) - Outpatient Treatment for Drug Addiction - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2012 from Shinzat TurmuleisToday’s methods for addiction treatment are more effective than ever, and even the most severely drug-dependent people can take back control of their lives. Although medical professionals once saw addiction as a matter of willpower, they now understand that it is a neurological disease which ...
Views: 791(1 vote) - Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, and Inpatient Drug Rehab Programs - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Sammie LadylInpatient drug rehab is the most intense and effective form of addiction treatment for most people. Rehab clinics across the United States have helped thousands of people with severe drug dependencies make lasting recoveries. However, these clinics offer other effective treatment plans, as ...
Views: 863(1 vote) - Over-the-Counter Abuse - Beware! - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Dr. Mark AgrestiNot too long ago, four local elementary school children ended up on respirators in the ICU after they each took 20 Coricidin tablets to get high. It was a good 36 hours before they were out of the woods. What started out to be an afternoon of fun, turned out to be a life-and-death struggle for ...
Views: 2019(1 vote) - Overcome Your “Comfort Addiction” Once and for All - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Lisa HaishaPeople in every industry and from all walks of life suffer from a debilitating addiction. Its effects keep people from reaching their potential and from truly enjoying life. It’s called “comfort addiction,” it occurs any time someone complains about their job or their life, yet never makes a ...
Views: 1116(1 vote) - Overcoming Addiction Is Possible With The Right Outpatient Detox - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2011 from Rhonda BurnsWhen addiction is involved, finding the right help is essential. Often, traditional inpatient treatment is expensive, and other solutions must be found. Finding affordable inpatient or outpatient help is essential and knowing what to look for in a health care facility is necessary. Finding ...
Views: 805(1 vote) - Overcoming Addiction, Where to Get Help - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2011 from Jeanine DoyleAddiction is one of the toughest battles in life. When a habit becomes an addiction, the addict has lost control of their life, and all measures must be taken to get the addict whole again. There are very few addicts that do not want to break their addiction and finding a treatment solution ...
Views: 735(1 vote) - Overcoming Addiction: You Have Hope - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2008 from Holly WilsonAddiction is a devastating condition that no one wants to find themselves dealing with. Who says as a child that when they grow up they want to be an addict? It sneaks up on you before you know it and can wreak havoc on your life and that of your loved ones. It can seem hopeless when you ...
Views: 1671(1 vote) - Overcoming Addictions With Brain Entrainment Technology - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2011 from francesco costabileThis article provides advice on overcoming addictions through the use of binaural beats - a form of brain entrainment audio-technology. While I focus mainly on quitting smoking, the instructions provided can be tailored to any form of addiction. An addiction of any kind can have a ...
Views: 1238(1 vote) - Overcoming Alcohol and Depression in Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2013 from Joshua NyamacheOne of the effects of alcoholism is depression. It can be brought to an end. I don't have any kind of personal experience with alcoholics anonymous (AA) but I have read some articles about it. I have read articles on how some people achieved sobriety through Alcoholics Anonymous. The book ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Overcoming Codependency - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2013 from Darlene LancerCodependency is learned – learned inaccurate information that you’re in some way not enough, that you don’t matter, that your feelings are wrong, or that you don’t deserve respect. These are the false beliefs that most codependents grow up with. They may not have been told these things directly, ...
Views: 1738(1 vote) - Overcoming the Barriers that Hinder Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from Cheryl HinneburgAddiction is a dark and lonely place and the barriers that hinder it are plentiful. It is easy to fall prey to it but you play hell trying to get out. Overcoming an addiction is never going to be anything short of difficult because it grabs ahold of people when they are weak and broken and it ...
Views: 3893(1 vote) - Painkiller Addiction - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2013 from Lara SchusterPainkiller addiction affects three-fourths of the population of the U.S. and one in ten high school students, according to statistics published by Drug Free World. It is also reported that recreational use of prescription painkillers is up twelve percent from last year and among the reason for ...
Views: 1236(1 vote) - Painkiller Addiction : Top 10 Signs You May Have It - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Richard Senyszyn MDPrescription Painkiller Addiction: The Problem There are many people in the United States with a painkiller addiction .According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, in 2009 there were 7 million abusers of prescription drugs. The majority of this abuse was from prescriptions. Teens ...
Views: 1458(2 votes) - Partial Hospitalization Programs for Drug Addiction Treatment - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Meekah TomlinsonAddiction is a neurological disease which requires clinical treatment. Though people who don’t experience addiction first-hand often assume that it is an issue of willpower, substance abuse involves permanent changes to a person’s brain chemistry. To cleanse themselves of drug dependency and ...
Views: 722(1 vote) - 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) - Psychedelic Mushrooms – History, Effects, and Dangers - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Sammie LadylThere are a variety of mushrooms which have euphoric and mind-altering effects on consumers. The most common of these are called psilocybin, or psychedelic mushrooms. Though it is not physically habit-forming in the same ways as opiates, cocaine, or alcohol, this fungus can still be extremely ...
Views: 1180(1 vote) - Quitting Prescription Drugs - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Marcelina HardyIf you suspect that you have a prescription drug problem, don’t stop taking the medication cold turkey. You may end up feeling sick and either going right back to taking it, or wind up in the hospital. Instead, there is a process in quitting prescription drugs. Before you start the process ...
Views: 1500(1 vote) - Ready to Put Excuses Aside and Kick the Weed Habit? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2013 from Rick NeilsonLike many people, I started using marijuana in my teens. It’s also quite normal to discover individuals which take up a marijuana practice way up in the adult years. No matter which point in life an individual started out burning the ganja, it often takes place similarly for most. A pal, loved ...
Views: 1321(1 vote) - Reality Therapy for Drug Addiction - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Jessica LakesonThe most widely used and statistically proven treatments for drug addiction are called “evidence-based” therapies because of their rigorous testing and government approval. These therapies include one-on-one counseling sessions, peer-group discussions, and family therapy. However, there are ...
Views: 3646(1 vote) - Reality Therapy in Drug Rehab - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Terek ShastalonDrug rehab helps thousands of addicts across the United States make lasting recoveries every year. Though most people once viewed addiction as a simple lack of willpower, drug rehab specialists now recognize it as a neurological disease. Even the most severe cases of addiction can be treated ...
Views: 1156(1 vote) - Receiving Help from a Substance Abuse Professional - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from addiction professorThere are many substance abuse professionals who are trained to help others to overcome substance abuse problems. It doesn't really matter how your addiction started, what matters is what you're willing to do about it now that you're in its grip. It can be very difficult to release control of ...
Views: 1131(1 vote) - Recently Sober? Here Are Some Ways To Avoid Alcohol This Memorial Day - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Saint Jude RetreatsMemorial Day is all about having fun, getting together with family and relaxing. For many people this includes drinking alcohol to have fun, but if you are recently sober you may want to avoid attending social events all together. This is ultimately your choice, but you don't have to miss out on ...
Views: 1059(1 vote) - Recovery Can Be Difficult - Yoga Can Help - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Kristi AbbottAnyone who is going through recovery for addiction to alcohol, drugs or any other addiction, faces a lot of challenges. There are many emotions that are felt during the process and it is a difficult time for the person in recovery and for the family. The person needs to face the problems that ...
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