The nature of addiction is ambivalence. But as therapists, we want to avoid resistance to "change" in our clients. Writt ...
In-depth analysis of alcohol and what it can do to you. Plus, how to treat alcohol withdrawal and alcoholism.
Do I have a drinking problem?
You make promises to yourself about drinking ... and then you break them. You start drinking earlier than you wanted, dr ...
PTSD support groups
Here we outline the Top 3 places to find PTSD support: either in major cities, online or by starting your own PTSD suppo ...
Can personal narratives about drug addiction help others? BOOK REVIEW
Personal narratives are the backbone of 12 step programs. But can a book about addiction stories actually help other add ...
What do the twelve steps of AA mean?
The twelve steps of AA are easy to understand. Rabbi Taub breaks them down in six words, and answers the question, "What ...
Self-help books for addiction recovery
Self help books might sound cliche. But as we talk with Todd Vogel, the author of "Very Simple Guides", we learn that si ...
Should I tell an alcoholic they are in denial?
Denial is a powerful force that helps us protect ourselves. When is it OK to address this defense mechanism in others as ...
Coping with changes in relationships during early addiction recovery
Wonder how relationships will be if you give up the bottle or the drugs? Coping with changes in relationships is essenti ...
Multiple personality disorder, addicts and addiction
How often are drug addicts and alcoholics dually diagnosed with Multiple Personality Disorder? ...
Emotional pain and emotional healing in addiction recovery
Pain is something that we all must deal with sooner or later. It is the great leveler in life. We may come from differen ...