Mothers Fight Against Drug Addiction by Lobbying for Drug Reform
There are a number of reasons that parent may step into the spotlight and donate time and energy to fighting a cause. When it comes to drug addiction and the mothers who work to prevent the disease from striking teens, most do it because they want to help their own kids – or because it’s . . . . Continue Reading
Mom Jailed for Restraining Her Daughter to Stop Her from Buying Drugs
One mother, Julia Saker, was so intent on stopping her daughter, Tabitha, from buying drugs that she physically restrained her. Unfortunately for her, this led to charges and, ultimately, a jail sentence of 12 months for false imprisonment of her daughter. The mother wasn’t alone in her cause, determination and crime. The daughter’s boyfriend also . . . . Continue Reading
Making Agreements with Your Family: Consequences for Relapse in Recovery
One of the best ways to rebuild trust with your family after a bout with addiction – and all the lying and manipulation that goes along with it – is to create a formal agreement. This formal agreement is not just that you will work hard on your recovery and do everything you can to . . . . Continue Reading
Shared Personal Stories Helps Parents Identify Drug Addiction
There are a number of forums for the personal stories of those who have lived through cocaine addiction, heroin addiction, alcoholism, prescription drug addiction and other issues. There are even forums for loved ones to share the stories of family members who did not live through their addiction but died as a result of overdose, . . . . Continue Reading
Rihanna Talks About Father’s Drug Abuse
Rihanna recently did an interview in which she discussed the issues that plagued her childhood, among other things. Growing up with a father who was allegedly a crack addict gave her a fair share of emotional baggage, but she works hard to keep an eye on the positive and remain focused on that as much . . . . Continue Reading
Underage Drinking Parties: The Implications for Moms
There are no shortage of moms out there who think that it’s okay if their underage children drink as long as they do it at home. Parents who hope to protect their children by keeping them at home and allowing them to drink, however, are risking serious legal repercussions. When you opt to allow underage . . . . Continue Reading
Mackenzie Phillips Discusses Drug Addiction, Incest and Victimhood
Mackenzie Phillips has been in and out of the headlines for decades – first, as the daughter of “Papa” John Phillips, founder of the band the Mamas and the Papas, then as an actress, later for her drug addiction and lastly, for her adult affair with her biological father. Her memoir, High on Arrival, came . . . . Continue Reading
Domestic Violence and Alcohol Addiction
There is no excuse for any kind of physical aggression against someone you love. Addiction, intoxication, a bad day at work, even poor choices on the part of the victim – there is nothing that can make domestic violence okay or acceptable. It doesn’t matter what you did. No one who loves you should ever . . . . Continue Reading
Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s Over: Dumping Codependence in Recovery
Ah, the day of candy hearts, cuddly bears and romantic fires – uh, romantic cuddling by the fire, that is. Valentine’s Day is the occasion to shower your sweetie in chocolate and flowers but many in recovery find themselves in a codependent relationship they’re better off losing than trying to maintain with sugar carbs. NOTE: . . . . Continue Reading
Reconnecting with Children After Heroin Addiction
Your relationship with your children is likely one of the primary reasons that you are considering heroin addiction treatment or opted for heroin rehab. Helping them deal with your behavior while you were using and heal from the inevitable issues they developed as a result should definitely be a priority for you as a mother . . . . Continue Reading