Hi everyone.. am 2 wks sober finding it a bit difficult today as its my late dad's birthday... My dad was an alcoholic and passed away from his drinking i was with him all through the end :( it was...
Hey there! My name is Andrea and I am new to the site. The reason I am writing is my boyfriend/maybe ex/ father of my son is a alchohalic. We have been together for about 7 years, there was alot of...
I'm thinking to drink. My husband just called saying he's going to be late once again for dinner, been waiting for him all day to eat all the family together. I know, it's not a big deal, but made me...Hi, this is my first post, I have been a severe alcoholic for over 3 yrs andhave tried to detox on my own many times thru various methods, herbal remedies, meditation,etc. And. Made it to day ten...
Hi all... not sure where to begin but I've been married to my husband for almost six years and we've been together for 9 (since we were young teenagers). I'm 25 and he's 27, we have three children...
You can pre-order it at Page 124 Productions | Bill W. film about the co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous (http://page124.com/shop) I have heard great things about it.
This may belong somewhere else, and a similar list may already exist here but I didn't find it while searching, but a lot of people think that it's still ok to cook with alcohol as the alcohol...
Hello im grateful for God, Jesus, my my angel grandma and my 2 1/2year old little girl,about three years in recovery and a year cigarette free, my employer! Financial means and being qualified to...
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Experts have warned that prolonged exposure to arguing parents puts children at risk of developing depression. Researchers from Cambridge University discovered that children who witnessed six months or more of intermittent arguments had more difficulty processing and understanding emotions than those who grew up in a more amicable home environment. The study consisted of 238 read more »
‘Having money makes you happy’, claims Downing Street’s Behavioural Insights Team in what’s been dubbed the ‘Big Idea of 2013′. The Behavioural Insights Team, otherwise known as the ‘Nudge Unit’, is a government initiative designed to encourage the people of Britain to take their health and happiness into their own hands. The Nudge Unit hopes read more »
DRUG REHAB – USA Octomom Nadya Suleman: ‘Rehab Has Changed My Life’ – Celeb Buzz She’s back — and touting a dramatic change in her life. The woman known as Octomom, Nadya Suleman, ended a 28-day rehabilitation program in time to spend Thanksgiving with her family. “I am looking forward to my future and still [...]
Now, a new video game called Papo y Yo may be able to help the children of addicts process and deal with some of the emotional issues that come up when a parent is living with an active addiction. Continue reading →The post Can Video Games Help the Children of Addicts to Heal? appeared first on Orchid Recovery Center.
People who hate work are just as likely to have mental health problems as those who are unemployed, a new study has found. Researchers from the Australian National University compared the mental health of British people who were unemployed with those who had jobs. The results clearly showed that people who were either unemployed or read more »
Six years ago Lizzy Power’s life was torn apart when her big sister Eleanor died, aged 14. Lizzy was just 11 when her sister was diagnosed with rare disease ‘Wegener’s granulomatosis’ at Alder Hey Children’s hospital in Liverpool. The disease inflames blood vessels and slows circulation, causing irreversible organ damage throughout the body. Six months read more »
Today is about thankfulness, family togetherness and joy — and even if you don’t get into the ‘holiday spirit,’ Thanksgiving is at least an opportunity to quietly step back and look at the positives in your life. We all get so … Continue reading →
Britain’s unhealthy culture is ‘out of kilter with most of the civilised world’, the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) has warned. In her report, CMO Professor Dame Sally Davies brought together health data from across the UK and Europe to paint a comprehensive picture of the country’s health. Local authorities and local health professionals will use read more »
Once upon a time, the deadliest illicit substance was heroin. Highly addictive and with increasingly widespread use, it’s still a devastating drug – but it has been usurped statistically by its legal opiate cousin, prescription painkillers. Continue reading →The post Prescription Drugs Responsible for More NM Deaths Than Heroin appeared first on Orchid Recovery Center.ALCOHOL / DRUG ADDICTION Former Patriot shares story of addiction – Metro West Daily News It was a moment that should have been the pinnacle of his career. But after winning Super Bowl XXXVI, New England Patriot Chris Sullivan instead faced a dark reality. “I go back to my hotel room … and I remember [...]
Children are hiding their talents to avoid potential bullying, a new report has found. In a poll conducted for anti-bullying week, over a quarter of UK children said they had quit an activity they enjoyed for fear of bullying. Almost half admitted to playing down their talents in class and one in five girls said read more »
Thanksgiving is this week, and with it comes the inevitable start of the busy holiday season. Let’s face it: holiday work parties can be awkward. To lighten things up (or sometimes make matters worse) people often take advantage of the … Continue reading →
By James Stolz
Minneapolis Therapist
When I went to open my first treatment program back in 1996, I wanted to have a program free from caffeine, sugars and artificial sweetners. In the first two weeks, two people eloped from the program to go to the store across the street and in order to buy candy bars [...]
One in five people who seek help for mental health problems are inspired to do so by celebrities who go public about their own experiences, according to statistics released today by charity Mind. Despite critics blasting millionaire celebrities for painting a warped view of life with mental illness, new research suggests these public figures do read more »
Denzel Washington has always been an elusive Hollywood star, but a year after his friend, Whitney Houston, passed due to issues related to drug overdose, he has spoken out about her problems with drugs and the dangers of addiction in general Continue reading →The post Denzel Washington Talks Whitney Houston, Toughest Part of Addiction appeared first on Orchid Recovery Center.
Millions of us stood silent at 11am last Sunday to remember Britain’s fallen soldiers. With the plight of brave men and women fresh in our minds, now is the time to think about those who will be returning from Iraq and Afghanistan between now and 2014, when the last battalions are due to return from read more »
Stephanie Bongiovi, daughter of music superstar Jon Bon Jovi, was arrested for drug possession in Kirkland, NY today after she suffered a heroin overdose and was found in her dorm room. Fellow student Ian Grant was also arrested for possession, but … Continue reading →
Buprenorphine is the latest drug to be approved for the treatment of opiate addiction – and the only drug FDA-approved for no other medical purpose. It is also unique because it can be prescribed by a qualified physician and taken by the patient at home, unlike methadone and other drugs that must be taken daily in the presence of medical professional. Continue reading →The post New Dosages for Buprenorphine Approved appeared first on Orchid Recovery Center.
It has been proven that excessive alcohol consumption during pregnancy is the number one cause of preventable birth defects. However, scientists are still trying to pinpoint if there is a particular phase of development where alcohol has the greatest negative impacts on a developing fetus. Researchers at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine [...]
ROCKVILLE, Md. — The Montgomery County Council will be holding meeting on drug prevention, intervention and education programs in county schools.
The meeting of three different committees is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. in Rockville on Thursday.
At an April meeting, officers from the county police department reported that certain areas of the county have seen increased use [...]DRUG ADDICTION – USA UFC Exec: Dave Herman Handed 6-Month Suspension, Must Complete Drug Rehab Program – Sherdog.com UFC heavyweight Dave Herman has been suspended for six months following his positive drug test at UFC 153 last month. The 28-year-old must also complete an approved drug rehabilitation program and produce a clean test before he [...]
One of the wonderful things about this country is we love to show our appreciation to those who sacrifice for our freedom. And as we celebrated Veteran’s Day yesterday — and as we continue to recover from Hurricane Sandy — … Continue reading →
A small town called Bay Minette in Alabama says that crystal meth is destroying their community. Numerous crimes and drug deals done out in the open in parking lots are common and residents are fed up. Continue reading →The post AL Sheriff Calls Crystal Meth a National Epidemic appeared first on Orchid Recovery Center.
Amphetamine Abuse Symptoms What Are Amphetamine Abuse Symptoms Signs and symptoms Sometimes the most obvious Amphetamine Abuse symptoms are simply observing that something is wrong or different . Understand that the one addicted is most often the last one to know there is a problem , or be willing admit that there may be a problem . Addicts will say they can handle it , or they can quit anytime . The trouble is the Prescription has them by the throat like a hound dog shaking a raccoon . People who are interested in helping families struggling with helping their loved overcome drug addiction may consider online social work degree programs When someone is addicted to drugs , there are few general warning signs that point to the : problem Does the person feel like they need to have the
The month of Movember has officially begun. (Movember = moustaches + November.) Every year during the month of November, men — or “Mo Bros” — from around the world grow their mustaches to help raise awareness for the prevention and … Continue reading →
Wendy Williams has spoken to the media about her past drug addiction issues, but when she spoke to Dr. Drew about the subject in connection with Whitney Houston, she got a bit more candid. Continue reading →The post Wendy Williams Talks to Dr. Drew About Her Addiction, Whitney Houston appeared first on Orchid Recovery Center.HEROIN – USA Cartels push methamphetamines, heroin – Washington Post Members of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel and other drug trafficking organizations are driving a surge in the dealing of heroin and methamphetamine. The drugs are shuttled to Atlanta, Chicago and other regional hubs, generating billions of dollars for the cartels. PRESCRIPTION DRUGS – USA Teen prescription [...]
Recently, residents in Bangor, Maine have been seeing a rash of toddlers poisoned due to accidental ingestion of a family member’s prescription painkillers. Some of the prescriptions involved are legitimate, but many are from diverted medications that are a product of the rise in prescription drug addiction that has been plaguing the country. Even for [...]
One of the tobacco industry’s giants, R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, did not want to see their bottom line affected by graphic images and took the FDA to court. Recently, the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of R.J. Reynolds, upholding a decision handed down by a federal district court earlier in the year. Continue reading →The post The FDA Loses Fight Over New Cigarette Labels appeared first on Orchid Recovery Center.