If you are concerned about a loved one's drinking problem, how do you bring it up? Here are a few ideas to help you open ...
In-depth analysis of alcohol and what it can do to you. Plus, how to treat alcohol withdrawal and alcoholism.
Confabulation in families of addicts: What is the TRUTH???
What are the lies we tell ourselves when we don't want to face the truth about a loved one's addiction? Read how you can ...
Rebuilding trust after addiction
How can you restore trust with loved ones? Can you mend broken relationships? Seven (7) practical tips for building trus ...
Functional addicts: Is my loved one hiding an addiction?
Do you suspect that a loved one is hiding an addiction? Parents, kids, spouses, lovers, and friends…all can become ade ...
Intensive psychotherapy for addiction: What is it?
What happens during a session of intensive psychotherapy for addiction? Should you wait until you've gotten some time un ...
All things in moderation? Not when it comes to addiction
Is total abstinence too extreme? Is moderation a viable option in addiction treatment? We review here. ...
The social stigma of addiction
The social stigma surrounding substance use disorders is that addiction is a choice, a character flaw, and a lack of int ...
How to create a gratitude list
Gratitude = positive attitude. How can you start to incorporate gratefulness every day? Learn how to make a gratitude li ...
How do I help my addict son or daughter?
From Dr. Howard Samuels, three (3) tips on how to cope financially and emotionally to addiction...especially when the ad ...
The family intervention process: Confrontation or community?
If you're planning an intervention, confrontation is just the beginning. Rather than a one-off ... why not become a part ...