Helplessness is a frightening feeling, and it goes hand-in-hand with addiction. Those who suffer from addiction feel helpless over their inability to control their drinking or drug use. Addicts are unlikely to admit the helplessness they experience because denial is the number one symptom of addiction. They believe they can stop any time they want […]
When addiction is in full force, so too, is blame. People who suffer from addiction are masters of blame because they do not want to take responsibility for their actions. They blame their loss of employment on an impossible boss; they blame their damaged family relationships on their spouses or children; they blame their health […]
Loving someone who is in the throes of active alcohol or drug addiction may be one of the hardest situations any person can face. There is no doubt that caring for someone who is intent on abusing themselves is challenging. It is easy to get caught up in the insane cycle of drug abuse and […]
Living under the weight of active addiction or alcoholism can be a horrible strain to the addict and their family. Quite often, addicts engage in behaviors ranging from worrisome to abusive. By the time they reach the doors of recovery, the addict or alcoholic has harmed many people, including themselves. Forgiveness is a process of […]
Once you make a decision to get treatment for your drug or alcohol addiction, you will have to do some necessary preparation. For instance, you will need to find out what to expect from treatment – talk to the intake specialists and do some reading. Then talk with friends and family about your decision and […]
Those that have accomplished long-term recovery didn’t get there by accident. Speak to anyone that has recovered and they will explain in detail specific actions that resulted in recovering from hopeless addiction and alcoholism. Listed here are the recurring actions of those that have recovered, Help another alcoholic or addict. There’s a reason that 12 […]
Pain pill addiction is the fastest growing addiction in the United States. More people today abuse prescription painkillers than any other type of substance, and it is leading to serious problems. If you are ready to break free from pain pill addiction, below are five tips to help you. Admit to the Problem The first […]
The saying, “If you hang around the barber shop, you are going to get a haircut,” has been mentioned in recovery circles for decades. Meaning, if you spend time in a bar or around people that are drinking and using, the chances of you picking up a drink or drug increase. Recognizing people, places and […]
Addiction treatment and recovery is a great time to take a step back from life, to evaluate your goals, and to focus on your health and wellness. While many people also take a break from work during this time, for others, going back to work is actually part of the healing process and will occur […]
Medication Is Not the Only Way While medication has often been a solution for resolving mental illness, it is not the only solution. In fact, for those who have milder forms of depression or anxiety, or for those who do not respond to anti-depressants or anti-anxiety meds, there are many options. Exercise and a healthy […]
