The beginning of a new year brings with it the tradition to make resolutions for self improvement for the upcoming year. The previous year's end presents an opportunity to look back and reflect on our lives. It presents an opportunity to analyze our personal lifestyle...
Often people seem highly satisfied with their lifestyles, but if everyone is so happy then why is our society so affected by drug or alcohol consumption, abuse and addiction? We may use these terms interchangeably, but there are major differences: Experimentation Only Alone or with others, one...
When it is alcohol abuse, drug abuse, or an addiction to such things as prescription drugs, there are encouraging and nurturing strategies to assist your family member with the habit before it worsens. Educate Yourself on the Dependency It's important to first understand the inner workings of the...
The first step is to fully recognize the tendency to get overly attached to one thing after another, substituting one addictive substance or activity for that of another. Once this recognition has occurred then a therapy program of change can truly begin. Naturally, the substitute addiction...
Here are some signs that aid in recognition of a serious drug or alcohol problem that may be developing in self or others: 1) Needing more and more of the addicting substance (drugs or alcohol). 2) Keeping the company of addicts. 3) Using the substance all day long. 4)...
Substance abuse is a disease. Without professional help, your loved one may not recover. Due to the sensitive nature of this issue, never take it upon yourself to tell your loved one to stop abusing alcohol or drugs. Instead, calmly tell your loved one why you believe...
Prescription drugs are playing an increasingly larger role in U.S. life, with nearly half of all Americans taking one or more medications. On one hand, more people than ever are receiving effective treatment for chronic conditions and chronic pain. But doctors and pharmacists also find...