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Taste of Beer Alone Induces Cravings to Drink
Researchers at Indiana University have discovered that just a tiny taste of beer causes the release of dopamine, a feel good chemical, in the brain and can also trigger cravings for alcohol. They also found that people with alcoholic family members had the most significant releases of dopamine when tasting beer. David Kareken, author of the study and med-school professor at Indiana University, said, “This is the first human demonstration that a stimulus that is reliably … Read entire article »
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Rob Lowe Celebrates 23 Years Sober
On May 10, 2013, actor Rob Lowe, star of NBC’s popular show, Parks and Recreation, celebrated a huge milestone and shared it with his 634,000 Twitter followers. “Celebrating 23 years sober tonight,” Lowe wrote. “It works if you work it.” Rob Lowe was once the talk of the town back in the late 1980’s, subsequent to a “first of its kind” sex tape scandal featuring the actor and a group of people, in which one of the girls in the group was later exposed to be only 16-years-old. The tape was leaked to the public and caused a media sensation, making Lowe fodder for the entertainment programs and tabloid magazines of the day. Trying to explain his “vulgar” actions, the then 22-year-old Lowe stated that he met the young girl at a … Read entire article »
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New Clues About Alcoholism
Researchers from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center looking into alcoholism have uncovered new studies that shed light on why some drinkers are more vulnerable to addiction than others. Jeff Weiner, Ph.D., professor of physiology and pharmacology at Wake Forest Baptist, and colleagues used an animal model to look at the early stages of the addiction process and focused on how individual animals responded to alcohol. Their findings may lead not only to a better understanding of … Read entire article »
God and Recovery
One of the most crucial things I have come to understand in recovery is that alcohol is only a symptom of my disease, not the problem by itself. In fact, alcohol was a solution to my problem for many years. The problem is me: my brain and my thinking. Therefore I need a permanent solution that is bigger than me. I need divine assistance, not to just stop drinking, but to change me at my cellular level. … Read entire article »
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Johnny Depp Gives Up the Rum for Romance
Not many people know that Johnny Depp got his start in 1984 with a horror film called A Nightmare on Elm Street. It wasn’t until three years later, with his starring role in the television series 21 Jump Street that the future Pirates of the Caribbean star emerged as a small screen idol and sex symbol. Depp´s career then grew to enormous heights in the 1990’s as he appeared in big screen hits like Edward Scissorhands, … Read entire article »
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Recovery and Circumcision
Recovery through the 12 Steps is a lot like the ancient Biblical practice of circumcision. Circumcision is the surgical removal of flesh (foreskin) from the male penis, having possible origins in ancient Judaism. In the book of Genesis, the Biblical God made a covenant of circumcision with Abraham, and from then on, it became a tradition for all the men of Israel. However, the physical act was intended to represent the inward change of hearts. Either way … Read entire article »
Filed under: Addiction, Life, Recovery, Spirituality, Substance Abuse
Country Legend, George Jones Dies After A Lifetime of Musical Prominence, Inspiration, and Overcoming Alcoholism
George Jones, who was widely known as “the greatest voice in country music,” died on April 26th 2013 at the age of 81, due to hypoxic respiratory failure, after reportedly suffering from an undisclosed illness for a year. A message concerning his passing was posted on the website of his publicists, Webster & Associates, stating: “Country Music Hall of Famer, Grand Ole Opry member, and Kennedy Center Honoree George Glenn Jones died Friday, April 26, 2013 … Read entire article »
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Jack Osbourne Celebrates 10 Years of Sobriety
Jack Osbourne, 27, has an entire decade out from the dark side, celebrating ten years of sobriety on April 21, 2013. The son of Black Sabbath rocker, Ozzy Osbourne, Jack is not the only Osbourne who has struggled with addiction. On April 15, his father Ozzy admitted on his Facebook page, “For the last year and a half I have been drinking and taking drugs. I was in a very dark place and was an asshole … Read entire article »
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British Soccer Star Swaps Scotch for Shoebury
Alcoholism can be a life-threatening disease, and that is why British soccer legend Paul Gascoigne has decided to do away with all of his booze. Affectionately known by fans as Gazza, the 45 year-old has taken drastic measures to rid his pantry of all beer and booze. However, Gazza’s fans should be aware that their favorite soccer star has only pulled a switcheroo. Yes, it is true because now all that space that used to house … Read entire article »
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Is it Bipolar Hypersexuality or Sex Addiction?
It is often difficult to tell the difference from someone who is a sex addict with bipolar disorder, or if hypersexuality is just a result of bipolar mania. It is important to researchers to discover how the two are related in order to come up with better treatment options. What is Bipolar Hypersexuality? According to WebMD, hypersexuality is an increased need, even pressure, for sexual gratification and is often a symptom of mania. It may also include … Read entire article »
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