Alcoholism Whats The Big Deal
I keep hearing a public service announcement about drug abuse on the radio. The main question is “what’s the big deal?” This woman doesn’t like being called an addict, thinks she has a total handle on it, and says she isn’t causing anyone any trouble. Sounds like a good topic for a blog post. Alcohol . . . . Continue Reading
Using Both Drugs And Alcohol
I was recently on a message board for drug rehab and addiction looking for a good topic. I came across this question: If you are a recovered drug addict, can you still drink alcohol? At first, I scoffed and dismissed it. But now I’m taking a second look at it. What does this question reveal . . . . Continue Reading
Perfectionism And Alcoholism
What’s the source of perfectionism? Childhood beliefs carried into adulthood. More than likely, your “good enough” wasn’t good enough for someone in your family. Expectations were unrealistic, your accomplishments could always be better, simple satisfaction was never the goal. Always perfect and knowing exactly what to do. Perfection Unrealistic Hurtful Message For Kids You know . . . . Continue Reading
Get Sober Save Your Marriage
How much can your marriage take? Do you believe your husband will stick out your addiction indefinitely, or you fear he has a point of no return? Do you know that you are destroying your marriage but you don’t know how to stop your addiction? Then this is the best time for your to consider . . . . Continue Reading
Addiction Drains Your Confidence
People often turn to drugs and alcohol as a social crutch. Liquid courage, as they say. When their inhibitions are lowered, they feel like they can do anything. They drink, take a hit of meth, shoot up some heroin – this is their ritual. Unfortunately, an intoxicated person is likely to make good rational decisions. . . . . Continue Reading
When You Hurt Yourself With Drug Addiction
Some people are dealt a pretty rough hand in life. This can happen early on or even in later years. In desperate times, a person sometimes chooses to hurt themselves in various ways. These include drug addiction and self injury. Let’s take a look at how these unhealthy coping methods are related. Self Harm And . . . . Continue Reading
Alcoholism Youd Rather Not Think About It
Alcoholics don’t spend a lot of time thinking about what’s really going on. They put themselves in a state of denial and fogginess on purpose. Thinking, planning, understanding, making change – all of these things take effort and put you at risk for getting hurt or disappointed. Sadly, this also means that many family problems . . . . Continue Reading
Making Excuses For Drug Addiction and Drug Rehab
It’s human to put things off when you don’t want to do them. But people who are addicted to drugs use excuses like they are the truth. Excuses often get in the way of someone completing drug rehab or even getting started. Drug Addiction Excuses Run Deep I know I need to stop, but things . . . . Continue Reading
Who Gets Addicted To Drugs and Who Doesnt
Most people know that cocaine, heroin, meth, and many other drugs are dangerous and addictive. Even alcohol, a drug that has wide social acceptance, can be addictive. So why can some people truly have just a few drinks and others end up having twenty? The answer isn’t so simple. Risk For Drug Addiction Multiple Factors . . . . Continue Reading
Drug Addiction and Sleep Problems
Drug addiction disrupts so many bodily functions. Sleep is a mysterious but important part of the body’s daily cycle of renewal. Sometimes the effects on sleep are intentional, sometimes they are accidental. Take a look at how sleep problems brought on by drug addiction can change a person’s life. Alcohol Nightcap Drink Disrupts Sleep Take . . . . Continue Reading