Support Groups for Parents of Addicts

Support Groups for Parents of Addicts

No matter the child’s age, when a parent faces the reality that their child struggles with a drug or alcohol addiction, they experience many complex emotions. The parents of an addict might blame themselves or each other, although this is seldom the truth. ...
Intervention Types

Intervention Types

In the United States, more than 100 million people admitted to episodes of binge drinking or the use of illegal drugs, including the abuse of prescription drugs. Many of these individuals struggle with alcohol or drug addiction, although most won’t admit to an...
How to Not Be Codependent

How to Not Be Codependent

How to Not Be Codependent Table of Contents What is Codependency? Codependency is a term used to describe behavior in relationships where one repeatedly prioritizes the needs of others over theirs.2 In a codependent relationship dynamic, there is usually a giver and a...
How to Get Someone into Rehab

How to Get Someone into Rehab

If someone knows or suspects a loved one is addicted to a substance or behavior, they must act now. Addicts rarely admit they have a problem until it’s too late, so loved ones have to start the conversation and get them into a rehabilitation facility. The right...
How to Support a Loved One in Recovery

How to Support a Loved One in Recovery

It may surprise you to know that approximately one in ten Americans have recovered from a substance use disorder. That means the chances are high that you know someone who has gone through or is currently living in recovery. Rebuilding a life without drugs or alcohol...
How To Tell If a Loved One is Faking a Drug Test

How To Tell If a Loved One is Faking a Drug Test

Just like any exam or test in school, if people are nervous they are going to fail they may look for ways to cheat the system. When it comes to drug tests, the results can have high stakes. Meaning that some will do whatever it takes to pass. Is it possible to fake a...
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