When addiction enters a marriage it creates all kinds of problems that can destroy the marriage if the proper help isn’t sought. When a spouse is struggling with addiction, the other spouse may feel helpless and powerless to help their loved one....
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The 12-Step Program originated with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), which was founded in 1938. It was originally established to treat alcoholics but today the 12-Step Program is used by other groups to treat addiction to drugs, gambling, food, sex and more. The 12-Step...
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If you were suspicious of your loved one abusing drugs or alcohol and have finally found the evidence to prove it, what should you do? Some experts recommend that you say nothing about your discovery to your loved one. This gives you...
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The holidays are coming and you are worried about your loved one who has an addiction problem. What would be the best place for them during the holidays when stress levels are high and some people act out in negative ways? How...
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Addiction impacts the family unit on many levels. Even if you do not share a living environment with family members, addiction can still affect your relationship with them. And, just as addiction is not an isolated disease, the decision to pursue sobriety will...
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There is a familiar phrase among alcoholics that is known as HALT. It is a reminder to alcoholics that they should “try to never be too Hungry, Angry, Lonely and Tired.” This is especially true during holidays such as Christmas where there...
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With Christmas and New Year’s right around the corner, some may begin to feel overwhelmed by a mix of emotions. Those who are struggling with addiction or currently going through recovery may be at a higher risk of suffering from depression. Dealing...
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Art therapy is one of the alternative treatment models used in addiction recovery that helps patients express thoughts and feelings. Sometimes the addict has difficulty articulating and expressing difficult emotional issues that they struggle with. Art therapy in addiction recovery has been shown to be...
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Replacing one addiction for another is a common behavior pattern among recovering addicts. Once an addict stops using alcohol or their drug of choice, they usually pick up another obsession. The new addiction can be anything that is able to take the...
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The benefits of exercise when recovering from substance abuse are many. Drug and alcohol abuse and addiction cause biological, psychological and emotional damage. Addicts often neglect their health by not eating enough nutritious food, hydrating their body with water and exercising for...
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