Some people are blessed with strong blind faith. I am not one of them. Never have had strong faith. But I do believe in God - just can't justify all of my life being directed by God . . . I have...
Was very depressed today and wallowing in it and then I decided it's up to me. Moved around, played with the pup took a ride drank some super food got on SR. So much is in my control if I just...Today is my 90 days! I'm doing okay, not great but still not drinking. I've recently been diagnosed with vitamin deficiencies and an underactive thyroid so I need to start taking better care of...
Did anyone have procrastination issues when early on? If so how did you deal with it?Hey, I'm new here - a 20 year old college student addicted to Vicodin for almost two years. Started to self-medicate an extreme anxiety and depression disorder which spiraled into a full-blown...
Last night my AH wanted "to talk" about how I was feeling about everything. He said he thought that I still had a wall up towards him. He said he was hoping that our relationship would have moved...
I'm trying to get off Norco/Vicodin for the millionth time! I ran out of any type of meds and I have 9 methodone, 10mg. I took 3 this morning and this seems to be my blocking dosage. I only have...
Yes. You can get addicted to Fioricet. In fact, Fioricet is a habit-forming drug. Learn how you can avoid Fioricet addiction here.
Hey everyone, Having some crap going on, everyday normal crap that life throws at you sometimes. I've been doing pretty well since October aside from a minor slip up at Xmas. Last week or so a few...
Calcium is one of the most popular dietary supplements on the market, largely because of the widely circulated mantra that mega-doses of this mineral are essential for building and maintaining healthy bones. As a result, many people believe that taking a calcium supplement is a simple way to prevent bone fractures associated with osteoporosis. What [...]
Deciding if you are sensitive to gluten can be confounding because gluten can cause so many physical problems. If your body reacts to gluten, it can lead to digestive upset, skin rashes, headaches and nerve damage. And now you can add a burning tongue to the list of possible symptoms. In a report published in [...]
More than 90 percent of all soybeans grown in the United States are genetically modified (GM) for herbicide resistance and are consequently sprayed with massive quantities of those toxic chemicals. Fully 85 percent of all corn grown in the country is also genetically engineered, either for herbicide resistance or to produce pesticides within its tissues. [...]
Aluminum Lake food coloring, used to heavily coat liquid medicines for children, contains dangerous amounts of aluminum and harmful synthetic petrochemicals. These “petrochemicals” are carcinogens containing petroleum, antifreeze and ammonia, which cause a long list of adverse reactions. Aluminum poisoning can lead to short and long term central nervous system (CNS) damage, such as memory [...]
Researchers have been studying the effects of exercise on the human body and mind for years now, and they still conclude that exercise has great benefits to people of all ages and backgrounds. Health Benefits to Exercising We know there are health benefits to exercising. Working out will help with things like obesity, high blood [...]
You can stop gambling on your own. How can you use self-help therapy to address compulsive gambling or problem gambling? Intro to the SMART Recovery formula here. 
Yes, coke can very easily become addictive. We review how you get addicted to coke and how to avoid coke addiction here.
How can you help a husband who drinks too much? Show him the benefits of sober life. Learn how to address your husband's drinking and help him (re)discover sober life here.
Meet the new brain food — citrus fruit! This latest health news comes on the heels of a new study that says citrus fruits contain special nutrients that could protect your brain from damage. It all has to do with citrus’ ability to act as an antioxidant. Why are healing foods that have a high [...]
More and more people are using bio-identical hormone therapy. Though this therapy conveys a wide range of benefits, it can also pose the risk of undesirable side effects. But you can make this therapy safer and more effective with an individualized approach: Understand how your body metabolizes hormones and boost their benefits with the right [...]
We know that parents have great influence over their teen when it comes to experimenting with drugs or alcohol. New research suggests that teenage brains can actually form differently, based on the drinking behavior of their parents. This helps to explain a little more about why some adolescents are at greater risk for alcohol abuse. [...]Yes, it is possible to become addicted to gambling. More on why people become compulsive gamblers and what you can do to quit here.
We want to thank Dr. James DiReda for offering another excellent guest post for us! Dr. DiReda has over twenty years experience working with individuals, families, and organizations to address alcohol, drug, and mental health issues. He holds a dual Ph.D. in Sociology and Social Work from Boston University. He is currently Director of Counseling [...]
Green tea is known for its ability to protect against tumor growth and fight high cholesterol, which can lead to heart disease. In the latest health news, green tea has been found to have yet another feather in its health preventative cap: researchers say that the tea is an excellent remedy for the good health [...]
Melatonin, a hormone secreted by the pineal gland that is also available as a supplement, may fight gum disease, according to a study published in the Journal of Periodontology. Research on this antioxidant shows that people with more melatonin in their saliva have less gum tissue inflammation. “(Our research) suggests that melatonin may fight against [...]
Nutritional deficiencies are quite common among older adults. Getting improper nutrition for less than one year can lead to full-fledged deficiencies in vitamins B and C. More than a year spent not getting proper nutrition would result in deficiencies in vitamins A, D, E and K, as well as B12. The more frequent chronic illnesses [...]
Moderate caffeine intake associated with higher level for Asians, lower for whites Asian women who consumed an average of 200 milligrams or more of caffeine a day—the equivalent of roughly two cups of coffee—had elevated estrogen levels when compared to women who consumed less, according to a study of reproductive age women by researchers at [...]
Etta James, the legendary singer, passed away this month, leaving behind a library of incredible music and a success story to inspire any woman in recovery. The 73-year-old singer infamously struggled with dependence upon multiple drugs during her career but ultimately overcame addiction. Unlike most who live through what she experienced with drugs, James did [...]Is self-help for anxiety possible? Yes. Learn to know the difference between normal anxiety and problem anxiety. More on when to seek treatment for anxiety here.
Teenagers who take daily multivitamins probably also do other things to make themselves healthier. A study reported in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association shows that teens who take vitamins weigh less, smoke less and exercise more than other teens. Their diets are likely to be healthier, too. The vitamin-taking adolescents also more often [...]
A recent article published in The Science of Biology espouses the anti-detoxification views of Professor David Bender, professor emeritus of nutritional biochemistry at University College London. In his article, titled The Detox Delusion, Professor Bender claims that detoxification is a “meaningless marketing term,” even potentially dangerous to your health and unnecessary as a dieting tool. [...]
SAMHSA has released a new report on mental health statistics for our country. They found that in the past year, 45.9 million Americans above the age of 18 years, or 20% of American adults, experienced mental illness. (1) Seriousness of Mental Illness SAMHSA administrators acknowledge the seriousness of mental health disorders. Administrator Pamela S. Hyde [...] Check out this video where Our CEO Jim Bevell has a great conversation about Music, Recovery the Treatment Industry and more. Also come to the next concert event sponsored by Treatment Solutions Network and Rockers in Recovery. Mark Lundholm will be making everyone laugh, along with great music and great food! Learn more and [...]Yes, it’s possible to become addicted to K2. More on the dangers of K2 and what’s known about this relatively new drug here.
YES and NO. Ritalin cannot be detected in a standard 5 panel drug screen. But Ritalin shows up on drug tests for amphetamines. More on Ritalin detection here.
Darryl Graves’ was a cocaine dealer in Lynchburg, Virginia, and a convicted felon, so when he decided to fire a weapon in his home, he ended up with multiple firearms charges as a result, including possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, discharging a weapon in an occupied building, and attempted malicious wounding. The [...]
Methamphetamine is one of those drugs that is truly addicting and it truly changes its user’s appearance and brain function. Many people who experiment with this drug just once or twice end up hopelessly addicted, ruining their lives and sometimes the lives of others as well. Horrible Attacks Story after story has come out in [...]Four (4) practical tips on how to be healthy and happy in addiction recovery.
There are ten (10) different types of sex addiction. Learn about sex addiction types, levels of consent, and the most common forms of sex addiction here.
Some areas of the country are experiencing freezing temperatures for the first time this season. What has been mild weather for many has turned into sub-zero temperatures this week, and it has left many people trying to find ways to stay warm, including taking some risks with alcohol. Alcohol Makes Us Feel Warm Drinking alcohol [...]
Mindy McCready lost custody of her five-year-old son to her mother due to issues with illicit substance abuse, according to CNN. However, she made headlines recently when she took her small son from her mother’s Florida home and fled, refusing to return him for days and asking that he be returned to her custody because [...]Steve Miranda is Treatment Solutions Network’s Director of Special Projects, Steve recently retired from the Massachusetts Department of Corrections where he spent 22 years of his life pioneering new programs and saving lives as the Director of their Employee Assistance Program (EAP). That program services 5,200 employees, family members and retirees. As a loyal member [...]
It is playoff time again, the time when football fans try to cheer their favorite team on to the greatest victory. Experience is showing that upsets and unexpected losses can have a real impact on fans. Invested in the Game Fans these days tend to get emotionally attached to their football team. More than just [...]
Opiate addiction – or dependence upon drugs like heroin and prescription painkillers oxycodone and hydrocodone – has been a growing problem in Russia for years. Despite the government’s interest in correcting the problem and providing prevention and treatment to those who need it, they are adamantly against the use of evidence-based treatment protocols like methadone [...]
Researchers in China have been studying the brains of people addicted to the Internet. They found changes in the brain matter of these individuals and are suggesting that more research will help us find treatment approaches specifically for this kind of addiction. Internet Use As we continue into the age of technology, we are finding more things to [...]
The pending closure of important Georgia drug treatment programs aimed at helping women break free from drug addiction has a number of people worried. Because the need for addiction treatment has not lessened, many are concerned about the impact to the community when help is no longer available – as well as the impact to [...]