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...
The troubled Beverly Hill’s house wife star, Kim Richards, has been in denial about her alcohol abuse since confronted in the first season. Richards has come clean and made a statement in the season finale of Bravo’s housewives that she … Continue reading →Post from: Drug Rehab Blog from Gatehouse AcademyKim Richards is Out of Long Term Rehab for Alcohol
Most people are familiar with taking prescription medications like antibiotics when they get sick. Some people also are prescribed medication to help with a problem like depression or ADHD. Did you know that some (not all) drug addictions actually can be treated with prescription medications, too? It may seem odd that someone addicted to a [...]
Yes. You can get addicted to Fioricet. In fact, Fioricet is a habit-forming drug. Learn how you can avoid Fioricet addiction here.
Scientists at Imperial College London have been exploring the possible benefits of taking the Psilocybin Mushroom – better known to party-goers as magic mushrooms or ‘shrooms’. The hallucinogenic effects of magic mushrooms have been known for thousands of years and even feature in cave paintings dating back to the Mesolithic era. Now research has shown read more »
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...Hello everyone. This is the longest thank you I have ever written. But I needed to thank you for this wonderful site and for all your experiences and advice. Ive been around the site for about...
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. 
Last year Lauren Reed woke up from jaw replacement surgery headache-free for the first time in 20 years. The 33-year-old music teacher described the pain as ‘unbearable’ and said: “I couldn’t sleep or eat properly. I just couldn’t function. It was like seeing the world through a grey fog. I was a miserable person.” Miss read more »
Yes, coke can very easily become addictive. We review how you get addicted to coke and how to avoid coke addiction here.
DRUG REHAB – USA Christie tells why rehab trumps jail – Philadelphia Inquirer Gov. Christie says his plan to send more nonviolent drug offenders into treatment rather than to prison is motivated partly by the successes of smaller-scale versions of the program. PRESCRIPTION DRUGS – USA Prescription Drug Abuse – Medline Plus Most people take [...]
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.
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. [...]
Family Issues Alcohol Abuse Other Drugs Paginas en Español About This Site Drug Addiction Treatment Issues More Addiction Information Subscribe To This Site Recreational Use Of Heroin Recreational Use Of Heroin Drugs , Addiction and Murder A father in mourning said he never saw this coming . The Village of Pewaukee , just west of Milwaukee , WI in Waukesha County , just isn’t the place where heroin is sold , but recently 27 people were charged in a heroin network and authorities stated that there have been 11 overdoses and five deaths as a result . John Goetzke’s son Andrew was one of those . victims Most of the people charged were from Waukesha County and the others from Milwaukee and Chicago . The case is very similar to one that authorities cracked in Ozaukee County , which is just
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Family Issues Alcohol Abuse Other Drugs Paginas en Español About This Site Drug Addiction Treatment Issues More Addiction Information Subscribe To This Site Drug Addiction Causes Drug Addiction : Causes What causes Substance Use Disorder SUD Substance Use Disorder SUD or addiction is a brain disease characterized by the inability of the individual to stop using a substance . When choice is no longer an option we are dealing with a SUD . But what causes it Imagine a tiger lying in a thick patch of grass waiting for an unsuspecting animal to wander by . The tiger waits for the prey to walk past then quickly and skillfully attacks from the rear . Smaller animals die instantaneously , as the tiger’s jaws latch on the back of their neck , snapping it . Other larger animals put up a fight , butYes, it is possible to become addicted to gambling. More on why people become compulsive gamblers and what you can do to quit here.
Nearly one in every 10 households spend a quarter of their annual income on unsecured loan repayments. Debt charity the Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS) has revealed a huge divide between the north and south of England when it comes to debt repayments. According to a recent report from the charity, the number of individuals read more »
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 [...]
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 [...]
Since the death of Michael Jackson in 2009, “propofol” has been mentioned often in the news. The substance was found to be the cause of his death and was the center of the highly publicized trial of his doctor. So, it’s no surprise there is a lot of curiosity about propofol. NIDA received questions about [...]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.
If you are married to your job and frequently find yourself in the office for more than 11 hours, you could be putting yourself at an increased risk of suffering from depression. Experts have found that individuals who work for 11 or more hours a day are at double the risk of suffering from depression read more »
Family Issues Alcohol Abuse Other Drugs Paginas en Español About This Site Drug Addiction Treatment Issues More Addiction Information Subscribe To This Site Over the Counter Drug Abuse Over the Counter Drug Abuse : Just What We Don’t Need By Ned Wicker In the last decade the abuse of opiate pain killers has spiked dramatically , mainly because of the availability of drugs like OxyContin , made from the highly addictive hydrocodone . The abuse is rampant and the availability of the drug on the street is ample . Now it appears as though the oxy is child’s play in comparison to a new drug in development . Enter Zohydro , manufactured by Zogenix of San Diego . Imagine having a choice of taking Vicodin , or having an alternative that is 10 times more powerful . It all adds up to . trouble
Family Issues Alcohol Abuse Other Drugs Paginas en Español About This Site Drug Addiction Treatment Issues More Addiction Information Subscribe To This Site Crack Cocaine Addiction Crack Cocaine Addiction It’s a popular drug , but it’s HIGHLY ADDICTIVE Abuse is associated with having good times with your friends , having money and power . They write songs about it . They glamorize . it But it’s a lie Let’s take a closer look at Crack Cocaine Addiction and see if it’s as desirable after the facts are presented . Knowing the facts about cocaine , the truth , might save someone’s life , maybe your . own Derived from the coca plant Other names for cocaine include , but are not limited to coke , snow , lady , flake , gold dust , freebase and . crack Cocaine is derived from the leaves of the
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.
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More people understand now the harmful effects that smoking has on the body as well as the addictive effects of nicotine. The good news is that teens seem to be getting the message—SBB recently reported that smoking rates among 8th-, 10th-, and 12th-graders are at an all-time low. But many teens are still smoking—according to the [...]
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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.
Last year, NSPCCs 25-year-old ChildLine launched an online version of its call-centre service. Children who wanted to get in touch about a range of serious issues could now write an email, send a text, or start a live web chat with a volunteer counsellor. The launch proved incredibly popular, with 60% of ChildLine’s counselling now read more »METHAMPHETAMINE – USA Meth fills hospitals with burn patients – Atlanta Journal Constitution A crude new method of making methamphetamine poses a risk even to Americans who never get anywhere near the drug: It is filling hospitals with thousands of uninsured burn patients requiring millions of dollars in advanced treatment — a burden so costly [...]
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.
Family Issues Alcohol Abuse Other Drugs Paginas en Español About This Site Drug Addiction Treatment Issues More Addiction Information Subscribe To This Site Drug Rehab Clinics Drug Rehab Clinics When it comes to treatment for a substance use disorder SUD one size does not fit all . Selecting any treatment facility can be difficult , but it is important to consider that a good program will be tailor-made for the individual , to meet specific needs . Depending on the stage of the patient’s SUD and the over-all health of the individual , treatment can range across the board from outpatient counseling to hospitalization for a medical intervention . Let’s try to break it down and take it in small . pieces Detox is often first step Before the actual treatment for the addiction” begins , it is
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 [...]
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Why do adults seem to blame “raging hormones” for many things teens do? Beyond causing acne and a sudden interest in dating, are hormones responsible for changes in behavior or emotional response? The answer is yes. The hormones that change around puberty—starting between age 8 and 14—and last until the early 20s when adolescence ends [...]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 [...]
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In October 2011, the coroner who conducted Amy Winehouse’s autopsy declared that the Grammy-winning singer “died by misadventure.” Translation: Amy died of accidental alcohol poisoning. Amy famously battled an addiction to drugs and alcohol, and had returned to rehab only months before her death. She gave up drugs after receiving treatment in 2008 but had [...]
Midwifery experts become growingly concerned about new ‘foetus party’ craze sweeping the UK. The new trend sees pregnant women inviting family and friends to a view 3D and 4D scans of their unborn children. Some companies even offer a service allowing parents-to-be to have their scans printed on key-rings, magnets and coasters for party guests read more »
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 [...]
Workers are putting their mental and physical health at risk by spending too long sitting at their desks without interaction. The findings, based on interviews and surveys with over 1,000 people from a variety of jobs, showed that people were spending an average of five hours and 41 minutes sitting at their desks throughout read more »PRESCRIPTION DRUGS – USA How N.J. plans to put a lid on pain pills – NJ.com All it took was a single pill. A friend encouraged her to try it, then a doctor prescribed it, no questions asked. A single pill of the painkiller OxyContin and Brenna-Ann Haase was hooked, so much so that she [...]
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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 [...]
The Government banned cigarette commercials on television in 1970 after the 1964 Surgeon General’s report found that smoking cigarettes increased your chances of getting lung cancer. This was a big deal, considering the strong smoking culture in the United States at the time. However, this ban didn’t stop smoking on television. Forty-years later, characters on [...]PRESCRIPTION DRUGS – USA Focus turns to fighting drug abuse – Huntington Herald Dispatch Prescription drug abuse in West Virginia: The symptoms range from prison overcrowding to a surge in copper thefts to employers who can’t find enough job applicants to pass a drug test. DRUG REHAB – USA Narconon Suncoast Rehabilitation Center Earns 100% [...]
How Many Teens Actually Smoke, Drink, or Do Drugs? It’s natural to be curious about your peers—especially when it comes to things that we know can be dangerous, like alcohol and drug use. You’ve probably heard rumors of kids drinking beer at a party or may have a friend who smokes cigarettes. You may wonder [...]