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Blame it on Your Sponsor
When it comes to your sobriety people tend to tip-toe around you in fear of the dreaded relapse. I find it super awkward, so why not just use it to your advantage? A good way to use it to your advantage is to use your sponsor as an excuse for things you don’t want to face yourself. You’re probably saying, “Oh wow! Way to take responsibility for your actions, pal. That’s a childish thing to … Read entire article »
I Leave You My Alcoholism
As an addict growing up, and being the “identified patient” until I was around 32 years old, I had it down to a science. I was the glue that held the family together. I knew my role and played it well, never a lie left untold or a family member left un-manipulated. Through my years of using as an adult, I got married and had kids. My mom always threatened, “Just wait until your kids … Read entire article »
Crazed Thoughts of an Addict
Ever since I have been in recovery (roughly a year) my frame of reference has changed dramatically. Stories that I used to hear before I came to rehab just aren’t as spicy to me anymore. I realized this when I went to go visit my buddies I went to high school with. One of my friends got that excited look on his face, I know this look… a great story is about to be dropped. … Read entire article »
Holistic Medicine: Truly Healthy or Latest Fad?
A survey of new techniques in treatment of alcoholism and addiction inevitably leads to the emergence of holistic medicine as a complementary approach for a variety of programs. From drug- court mandated acupuncture, to a staff naturopath at many higher end rehabs, the presence of holistic medicine comes in many forms and serves many functions. In what ways (and at what cost) are these alternative treatments proving effective? Acupuncture: Perhaps the most widespread form of alt. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Addiction, Drugs, Latest News, Recovery, Treatment
Zohydro
In United States the newest drug problem has been prescription pills like OxyContin. As of now Zogenix and other large pharmaceutical companies are testing a new opioid pain-killer for the market. This new pill by Zogenix, known as Zohydro, contains hydrocodone with no other active ingredient. Hydrocodone is the narcotic agent in Vicodin, which has already caused many overdoses and deaths from abuse. Hydrocodone like all other opioids are highly addictive and easily abused. With this … Read entire article »
Drunken Associations
The age-old question of whether or not an alcoholic (or drug addict) can hang around their old using buddies may seem obvious on the surface – a clear and distinct ‘No’! In further consideration of the question I believe there are some important modifying factors. As we examine the issue more in depth, let’s look together at what a couple of these conditions might be. -How long does the individual have sober? This seems perhaps the … Read entire article »
Addiction in the Military
Those who serve in the military often experience events that can affect them for life causing physical and psychological damage. This is nothing new, it has been happening for centuries. This was first exposed in the Vietnam Conflict. Many soldiers abused drugs to cope with the conditions they were dealing with. Today is no different. Many soldiers coming back from tours in Iraq and Afghanistan are turning to drugs to deal with their problems. The abuse … Read entire article »
Triple C
Teens who do not have access to illicit substances or prescription drugs have turned to over-the-counter cough medicine to get high. The most commonly abused cough medicine is Coricidin Cough & Cold, or as kids call it Triple C. The reason these are abused is because anyone can buy them at a pharmacy and are relatively inexpensive. Although some pharmacies may require you to be 18 years old, by law there is no requirement. Triple … Read entire article »
Good Samaritans
Overdose is a common way addicts die and thousands die every year. Many times the user will overdose in the presence of friends or other users. Those who are there to witness the user overdosing are often scared to call emergency services in fear of repercussions of possessing and using drugs themselves, or even because they had been using with the dying victim at the time. This often results in many users who have overdosed … Read entire article »
Filed under: Drugs
Caffeine Wonder Drug
We live in an age where energy is all the rage. From the barrage of caffeinated energy drinks to an array of studies supporting the use of caffeine for athletes, there seems to be a focus on the drug as a perfect companion for our busy lifestyles. What are the dangers of relying too much on a stimulant drug to propel ourselves through the world and just how does caffeine work anyway? As I attempt … Read entire article »
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