<![CDATA[Substance abuse is often misunderstood or misrepresented. Individuals may assume that addiction is a personal choice and that an individual can stop abusing a substance at any time. Although it is possible to stop abusing a substance, it often requires the...
improve their spiritual connections or reconnect with their personal belief systems. A Christian based rehab program can be helpful because it does not only provide treatment for the scientific aspects of recovery. According to the National Institutes on Health, the...
To cope, some may turn to stimulants, like cocaine or adderall to inspire the gusto to put in extra hours to impress their boss or get that next promotion. Or, they may turn to alcohol at night after a long day at work as a way to relax, unwind, or even to help them...
What is Family Therapy? During treatment for addiction, family members and loved ones may be asked to attend a family therapy session or several sessions with the individual who abused drugs or alcohol. During family therapy, you and other members of the family can...
Individuals in recovery often have a conflicted and complicated relationship with God. Some may feel personally rejected by God; after all, going through the hell that is alcoholism is enough to leave individuals feeling hopeless and rejected. Some alcoholics may also...