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Have you tried to stop on your own, but have had no success? Once a person’s body forms a physical dependence to drugs or alcohol, it becomes very difficult for that individual to stop using all [...]

With more than 20 million Americans currently battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol, it is no surprise to learn that about 12 million spouses are in a relationship with an addicted person. [...]

There’s no question that the thoughts we think cause us to behave in a certain manner. Irrational thinking has become a known sign of addiction. Most of the suffering that occurs in addiction [...]

With so much attention on the opioid addiction crisis, it is easy for us to lose focus on other important issues plaguing our nation. Alcoholism is one of the oldest forms of substance abuse, [...]

Many people talk about the genetic disposition that can lead to becoming an addict, but what does all this mean? While the exact link between addiction and genetics is part of much debate, [...]

Many addicts will tell you that they are only hurting themselves, but you and I know that isn’t true. That’s why it is so important that we stop enabling them immediately. Let’s be clear; being [...]

Giving up drugs and alcohol may seem like a small feat for the average person. But, if you are someone who struggles with addiction, you know just how difficult it is. When the day comes and [...]

Life is full of change and one that is constantly occurring is the seasons. During these seasons, it’s important that addicts in recovery take special precautions to protect themselves from any [...]

Your inner desire to help your loved ones is a noble instinct. What’s important to know is that even the genuine, well-meaning impulses to help another person can often backfire when addiction [...]

It’s easy to base your thought on what an alcoholic looks like based on what you see on TV. The truth is that alcoholism comes in many forms. Whether you are looking at this list for yourself [...]