As Alcohol Awareness Month comes to a close, it is important that we not let down our guard against alcohol abuse. Many of us, if we examine our lives closely enough, would have to admit that we are guilty of … Continue reading
This coming weekend is National Drug Take-Back Day, a day set aside for people to safely and quickly dispose of unwanted prescription drugs. Not only does Take-Back Day help keep prescription drugs out of the wrong hands, but it helps … Continue reading
Another interesting article from one of our guest writers, Michael Plahn, Founder of Life Skills Authorities. We hope you continue to his website and read the entire article there. Following is a flat-out myth that I have encountered with multiple … Continue reading
Organizations across the country face many obstacles as they work to help people overcome substance abuse. There is the resistance of patients who aren’t committed to the program and those that continue to relapse. There is the task of keeping … Continue reading
Guilt is powerful and it helps keep us from doing certain things. Guilt can also be a motivator when it comes to admitting we’ve done things wrong and that we need help. Feelings of Guilt Many drug and alcohol abusers … Continue reading
Reports say that Catherine Zeta-Jones has been treated for a mental health disorder. This well-known actress is often thought of as being a strong individual. She plays leading roles in movies, she is viewed as having her life together, and … Continue reading
A big problem in our criminal justice system is the number of inmates who go back to their illegal activity after being released from custody. Recidivism rates across the country average about 43%. Some states, such as Wyoming and Oregon, … Continue reading
A question that has been at the heart of many discussions about drug abuse is whether prevention or prosecution should be the government’s focus. Most people understand the necessity of both, but it isn’t always possible to do both effectively. … Continue reading
Along with the rising prescription drug abuse in our country comes another danger – drug addiction among newborns. Drug addicted moms are finding out that no matter what they do, it is very hard to keep their baby from having … Continue reading
A report released by SAMHSA last week says that most people with an alcohol abuse disorder don’t know they have a drinking problem. The statistical analysis shows that Americans are in denial about alcohol abuse and that we need to … Continue reading
