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Overcome Denial

It is very easy to minimize the severity of a substance abuse issue, and until an addict overcomes denial, the addiction persists and frequently deepens. Overcoming...

What are Early Stages of Alcoholism?

We can divide alcohol into three or four stages Pre-AlcoholismStage 1: Early AlcoholismStage 2: Middle AlcoholismStage 3: Late Alcoholism. Before the First Stage -...

Kyle Overcame his Denial of Mental Illness

"Get over it." "It's not that bad." "I'm fine." Phrases such as these are used to shrug off the seriousness of a mental illness. People with mental disorders and their...

How to Overcome Fear and Get the Help You Need

You realize that your drug and alcohol use is out of control. Perhaps your friends or family have confronted you about excessive use and how it’s harming you and...

Emergency Responders and Law Enforcement

Emergency responders and law enforcement are continuously in traumatic circumstances. They are required to remain calm in these turbulent situations, so hiding their...

How to tell if Someone has Relapsed

Once a loved one has successfully completed treatment and is living in recovery, we often feel relief, jubilation, and pride. There is always an underlying fear,...

What to Look for when Choosing an Addiction Counselor

Addiction counselors are a key component to the successful treatment of chemical dependency. Counselors act as a guide to their patients, showing them the way to...

Depression and Chemical Dependency

As the late actor Robin Williams knew, chemical dependency and depression often go hand in hand. To alleviate the symptoms of depression, many people turn to...

When One More Drink is Never Enough

In a 2006 the National Survey on Drug Use and Health interviewed 67,500 people regarding their alcohol consumption. More than 50% labeled themselves drinkers. In more...

An Addiction Recovery Community

The value of the recovery community in alcohol and drug addiction cannot be understated. Hearing others communicate their feelings, challenges, and ideas becomes...

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