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Coming Out of Our Comfort Zones: Recovery From Addiction - by Candace Plattor- Self Harm From a Student’s Perspective - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2013 from Jennifer McLeodSelf harm is when someone decides to take out their problems toward themselves in a deliberate way. Some people may only ever self harm once in their lifetime but some people do continue throughout their life until they seek help to deal with their issues. Many people find it to be a way that ...
Views: 1702(1 vote) - The International Christian Recovery Coalition - A Snapshot - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),The International Christian Recovery Coalition-A Snapshot The International Christian Recovery Coalition is an informal, international fellowship comprised of Christian leaders and workers in the recovery arena, together with Christians in recovery and others seeking the power and love of God ...
Views: 1702 - Dear Dr. Romance: They said "Go help somebody, you selfish jerk" - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2017 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I recently read "Could He/She be a Control Freak?" and I suddenly found information that seemed to pertain to a failed marriage that I was still pondering about. I am wondering, if a person had a chaotic childhood ...
Views: 1700(1 vote) - How Much Is Too Much? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2005 from Kay KopitI have always been a list maker. As far back as I can remember it has been routine for me to systemize my life with layers of words shaping the next day’s activities, work, communication, reports and generally anything that has been my responsibility. I started this habit as a child and to ...
Views: 1700 - Having Faith—Expecting Your Baby Is On Its Way by Johanna Courtleigh, MA, LPC, CHT - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Johanna Courtleigh, MA,What if the key to becoming ‘expecting’, was learning to practice Positive Expectancy? What might happen if, even in the face of all of life’s uncertainty, we chose to become more resilient and hopeful in our thinking? In my HypnoFertility and Conception Coaching work with women hoping to ...
Views: 1699 - The Science Behind The Necessity To Receive Drug Treatment Services For Your Addiction - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Arthur AcevedoDid you know that there is real science behind your addiction? If you have an addiction to alcohol or some other type of substance, there are actual chemical changes in your brain that are forcing you to stay addicted to these substances. This is what makes overcoming an addiction so ...
Views: 1699 - Could Sobriety be the Key to Unlocking Health and Happiness in Your Life? - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2017 from Jessica McMohenMillions of Americans drink alcohol on a regular basis. Most do it in moderation, while others practice unhealthy habits like binging. Most people assume they aren’t dependent on alcohol for anything, but take it away and they get angry, agitated, or hurt. Regardless of whether or not you ...
Views: 1698 - What Families Can Do To Help a Loved One To Sustained Recovery - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Lisa EspichSo your loved one finally accepts treatment. A wave of relief washes over the family. There is a glimmer of hope for a future free of the chaos. But the battle isn't over. Treatment is just the beginning. There is no cure for addiction. a good treatment program teaches the addict how to avoid ...
Views: 1698(1 vote) - Tapping: Clear the Problem – Close the Gap - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Annabel FisherWhat happens when you've cleared a long standing problem with EFT? Most usually, there is a feeling of ease, relief, excitement and even curiosity. Sometimes, it's as if a void is left in its place. It's almost as if there is a gap; something is missing now. The heavy coat. In one of ...
Views: 1697 - BETWEEN THE EARS - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from Keith BrayBetween The Ears “Life is a game played on a 5 inch course, the distance between your ears” As well move into a new year, the above statement is worth remembering, only because it is true. It is adapted from a quote Bobby Jones made about golf. I am often struck by the similarities between ...
Views: 1696 - Seeing the world with blinders - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2015 from David Harm"Hi, I'm Dave and I'm an alcoholic." I've made this statement numerous times over the last 21 plus years. I've said it at AA meetings and have changed the ending to fit in at CODA, Alanon, NA, and ACOA meetings, I've made this comment on different websites across the web. I've also talked about ...
Views: 1695 - Definition: Drug Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteDrug addiction is considered a pathological state. The disorder of addiction involves the progression of acute drug use to the development of drug-seeking behavior, the vulnerability to relapse, and the decreased, slowed ability to respond to naturally rewarding stimuli. The Diagnostic and ...
Views: 1694 - ***Are You Addicted to Complaining As A Form of Control? - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2016 from Margaret PaulBy Margaret Paul, Ph.D. April 11, 2016 ________________________________________ Why do people complain? What is it they want or hope for when they complain? In this article, discover the answers to these questions, as well as what to do about it if you are addicted to complaining. ...
Views: 1691 - 2012 - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Keith BrayA NEW YOU IN 2012? READY FOR CHANGE? Here we are, 9 days in to a new year and most things back to normal. By now, a majority of people who have made resolutions have broken them As you looked at a new year, what changes have you committed to make in how you live? More importantly, how are ...
Views: 1690(1 vote) - More Underpinnings of Sex Addiction - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2013 from Dorothy HaydenWhile the sexual behaviors differ, the underlying dynamics of sex addiction are the same. There is always an inability to form a healthy, consistent attachment to a cherished loved one. Perhaps there was a mother who was unable to create a bond with her infant/child that provided the ...
Views: 1690 - TAKING PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Keith BrayTAKING PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY S...t happens; there is no doubt that this is true in my life and yours. We have no control over most things external to ourselves! What happens to us is not as important as how we respond. From my friends at Hazelton, a great way to look at things. Read and ...
Views: 1690 - 21st Century Help for Substance Use Disorders: 12-Step Programs are NOT the Only Way! - by The most widely-known group when thinking of where to send people with an alcohol or drug problem is AA (or any 12-step program). However, most widely known does not equal the most effective. In fact, it doesn't work for most people, so they are still out there not getting the help they need. It ...
Views: 1688 - Efficient Alcohol Therapy Options - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Dr. Mark AgrestiIf you or somebody you know is suffering from alcohol dependency, then it may be time to check out the alcohol treatment options that will be most effective for the individual's chosen lifestyle and preferences. Addiction to alcohol treatment comes in a variety of forms; however, not all alcohol ...
Views: 1685 - Overcome Alcohol Dependency - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonWhen you reach a point in your life that you realize that alcohol is creating problems, then you know that a change is required. Some people drink far more than the doctor recommends but are completely happy with the effect upon their life and their health, and that's fine; you are the person ...
Views: 1684(2 votes) - Reducing the Seductive Nature of Addictions - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2014 from Ken KeisAddiction: the quality or state of being addicted; a compulsive need for use of a habit-forming substance or activity known to be harmful to the individual. Is it just me or has our so-called developed society become riddled with every addiction imaginable? With all the opportunities life has ...
Views: 1684(1 vote) - Stop Smoking Naturally and Permanently with the Help of Hypnosis - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Christopher MontroseIf you are trying to quit smoking but you do not want to resort to nicotine patches or any other smoking cessation aids that cause troublesome side effects, you can turn to listening to a stop smoking hypnosis audio cd: http://www.naturalhypnosis.com/stop-smoking-hypnosis, for help. Hypnosis has ...
Views: 1684 - AM I INSANE? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Keith BrayAM I INSANE? I had not thought this question out very well back in the 90’s. While I did crazy things, the life I was living would have indicated that at times I was nuts, but no one would have considered me insane. I had a responsible job, a family, a home, two or more cars, no debt, ...
Views: 1683 - Getting Hypnotized to Stop Smoking - A Thoughtful Overview - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Ian Richard TaylorBreaking out of an addictive habit is never easy. It is why people struggle so hard to lose weight, be more punctual at meetings or quit smoking. Although having the will power to say ‘no’ is crucial, it is not always enough. Most times, in order to break out of a habit, people will need the ...
Views: 1683(1 vote) - Why is Honesty the Best Policy? - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2010 from Alan ButlerPeople in recovery need to understand the concept of honesty. Developing an understanding of the importance of honesty is the key to recovery. In the Therapeutic Community, honesty is probably the most important concept. Without honesty your recovery is nothing, it is built on sand, with no ...
Views: 1681 - Is Attitude Everything? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Richard (Dick) WarnNothing is everything. Nothing is that absolute. The next time someone tells you that nothing is impossible ask them to dribble a football. However, your attitude does play major roles in everything you do, what you become, and how happy you are. We see everything through the filters in our ...
Views: 1680(1 vote) - Can I Get Addicted to Ecstasy? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2011 from Craig GehringThat is the question. When you talk to some people they will tell you it is. Even if you only try it once or twice and don’t get addicted there are some dangers. Did you know? By 1995, less than 10% of Ecstasy that you could get your hands on was pure MDMA. When a user takes Ecstasy ...
Views: 1679(1 vote) - Stopping Drug Abuse Through Drug Rehab - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2013 from Bryan SacksDrug and alcohol abuse is much more common now than it was in the past. When illegal drugs first surfaced in the 1960s and 70s, drug use was completely unheard of in the social settings, and when the casual users became addicts, there was no help or solutions for them. As the use of drugs and ...
Views: 1679(1 vote) - Addicted to Xanax? The Risks Associated with Long-Term Use of Benzos - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2019 from Dr. Lawrence WeinsteinMost of us have heard of drugs like Xanax, Valium, Ambien, or Klonopin. These drugs are most commonly used to treat anxiety, which affects well over 40 million American adults. What you might not know is that these drugs can cause physical dependence and lead to addiction with long-term use. ...
Views: 1678 - Emotional Management: A Skill For Mastering How You Feel - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2012 from Todd BranstonDeveloping skills to manage your emotional states is crucial if you want to develop long-term sobriety. While the initial phase of recovery is often met with a 'Pink Cloud' or Honeymoon period, it is very likely that once the newness of recovery wears off the newly sober addict or alcoholic ...
Views: 1678(1 vote) - 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: 1677 - 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: 1676(1 vote) - Teens, Smoking And You! - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2008 from Audrey & Dick FrederickIn spite of all the health warnings, the teens of today are still getting hooked on smoking. They are aware of how bad it is for them and for some reason they do not care. Why? Because they think they can quit anytime they feel like it. Also teens feel invincible and time has little ...
Views: 1675 - DRAMA - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2014 from Dr. Anne Brown“Being honest may not get you a lot of friends and it will get you the right ones.” We all have been there! Maybe you had a friend or you know someone now who is in a big DRAMA! The situation keeps getting worse and you can’t believe the stories… affairs, lying, addictions, bills not paid, ...
Views: 1674(1 vote) - It's Okay..Let Go Of Your Guilt - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Saint Jude RetreatsIf you have hurt someone over the years by your drug or alcohol use, making direct amends for what you have done to them as directed by 12 step programs may not be advisable for your future success or for the relationship. Even though you may have lied, cheated, been hurtful or intolerant with ...
Views: 1673 - Alcoholism & Addiction In Action, The Life and Death of Joe Rowley. - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Brian GreenThe Life And Death Of Joe Rowley. The funny thing is, I didn’t know Joe that well. He was only an acquaintance really, a drinking acquaintance, not a close friend of mine by any stretch of the imagination. A ship that passed in the drink and drug soaked long dark night of my ...
Views: 1671(2 votes) - Is Alcoholism A Disease? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2011 from Carolyn NaimanYes. Most experts in the medical and scientific community agree that alcoholism is a disease. The American Medical Association identified alcohol as a physical disease and condition in 1956. According to the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, alcoholism is like any other ...
Views: 1671(1 vote) - 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: 1669 - People Of All Classes Self Harm - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Jennifer McLeodAs the heading says, people of all classes are capable of doing self harm. It doesn't matter what age, background or race you've come from, it still can happen. Even people, who appear to be successful in their lives, could do self harm. Let's take Victoria Pendleton for example. Victoria ...
Views: 1669 - How The UK Government Is Dealing With Self Harm - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2013 from Jennifer McLeodThere are many sectors in society which can help manage the prevention of self harm, these include; medical and health, media, education, support foundations and so on. This is why it is vital for the government to bring awareness to helping those who self harm through these sectors and more. By ...
Views: 1665(1 vote) - Help For Addiction - How To Stay Clean On The Outside - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2008 from Rosemary Grace BrooksA person seeking help for addiction and guidance about how to stay clean from their addictive behaviours will have a wide variety of options to choose from. However, most do not realise that in order to stay clean once out of treatment, a daily programme of recovery is needed such as a Twelve ...
Views: 1663 - 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: 1663(1 vote) - Babies Born Addicted - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinI have had a lot of trouble with the idea of criminalization of drug addiction for a very long time. I am only one of a lot of folks who say “addiction is a real disease.” People feel every bit as sick as people with other diseases, sometimes more. The patients are certainly able to die ...
Views: 1662 - My Inside Versus Your Outside - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2008 from Keith BrayWhat a great reminder I had today. This is something, without thinking about, I know I periodically do! How about you? They say you can’t judge a book by its cover, yet publishers spend a fortune to create great covers. As a person, for years, I did all I could to create a great exterior, ...
Views: 1659 - Drugs You’ve Never Heard Of - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2012 from Jessica LakesonDrug addiction rates are climbing faster than ever in the United States. Despite the federal government’s massive War on Drugs, millions of citizens continue to use and abuse billions of dollars’ worth of controlled substances every year. Some of the most commonly abused drugs include ...
Views: 1658(1 vote) - How Meditation Can Help You Stay Sober - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2014 from Hannah WhittenlyWithdrawal is never easy, but it a necessary step on the road to recovery. Once you are sober, you must create new relationships, change your lifestyle and take on new healthy habits to stay sober. Meditation is one thing that you should make a part of your daily routine that can help you manage ...
Views: 1658 - To the Persistent Goes the Prize - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2004 from Guy FinleyKey Lesson: Part I: It seldom occurs to us that whatever we persist with in our lives works to perfect the same, so that by allowing persistent negative thoughts and feelings to have their way with us, we unknowingly perfect self-punishment! Part II: As surely as raindrops have the power to ...
Views: 1656(1 vote) - 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: 1653 - "Stick with the Winners!" Old School A.A. Training, Meetings, Workshops, Classes - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Preparations for Launching the “Stick with the Winners!” Workshops, Meetings, Conferences, Guidebook, Video Series, and Supportive Resources Almost Completed in Readiness for May 14-21 Events in California By Dick B. International Christian Recovery Coalition A massive amount of ...
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