The science of interventions has much to tell people about how and why interventions for people with addictions work. It is a tricky situation to confront a loved one with active addiction but it is done with best intentions and, when done well, can lead to the person seeking treatment and entering a whole new Read More…
Complications from Heroin Abuse During Pregnancy
Heroin is very addictive and can have lasting complications for individuals who have trouble quitting. Pregnancy can further complicate things for an individual with heroin addiction as the drug can have serious side effects for the baby. Find out more on experiencing complications from heroin use during pregnancy and how to get help for addiction. Read More…
Looking to Quit Abusing Oxycontin?
When a person wants to quit abusing a drug such as Oxycontin, it can be a challenge without the right support, resources and information. Quitting cold turkey can be difficult and is not recommended for health reasons. Long-term use of Oxycontin causes dependence and possibly addiction. It is difficult to quit without experiencing withdrawal. Find Read More…
Looking to Quit Abusing Oxycontin?
When a person wants to quit abusing a drug such as Oxycontin, it can be a challenge without the right support, resources and information. Quitting cold turkey can be difficult and is not recommended for health reasons. Long-term use of Oxycontin causes dependence and possibly addiction. It is difficult to quit without experiencing withdrawal. Find Read More…
Growing Up Around Alcoholism
Children of an alcoholic parent are three to four times more likely to become alcoholics as adults. Behavioral and emotional issues can arise from a dysfunctional home as effects of alcoholism on the family extend well beyond just the person with alcoholism. Communication is also stilted in families with alcoholic parents, creating more problems and Read More…
Signs of Heroin Addiction
Heroin is one of the most highly addictive drugs on the market. The signs and symptoms of addiction are important to notice in loved ones in order to offer support and resources for treatment. Learn about the signs and symptoms of heroin addiction in addition to potential treatment options. Signs Produced from morphine, heroin is Read More…
Helping a Family Member with Problem Gambling
Gambling can be a fun hobby for some people. Yet others struggling with addiction to gambling which can take its toll on family, friends, work, finances and even a person’s health. Compulsive gambling is a progressive illness. Cravings to gamble are likened to those of an addict searching for a fix that leads a person Read More…
Step 11 of AA
A person who attends an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting is making the first step in a long journey of recovery. While the most important step can be the hardest (to attend a meeting) there are additional opportunities through the 12 step process to grow, change and become healthier with the support of community. The 12 Read More…