Do you have a drinking problem?
Do You Have A Drinking Problem? Alcohol is socially acceptable and it’s legal. It’s also fine in moderation and even desirable in certain social settings and celebrations. Jokes and anecdotes abound that make light of getting drunk and the consequences of doing so. Unfortunately because alcohol use is such a large part of our culture, abuse of it may go undetected until it’s too late. How do you know for sure if you have a drinking problem? The following questions will help you determine where you stand. Has the thought crossed your mind that you should cut down on your drinking? Do people criticize your drinking habits? If people do criticize your drinking, does it make you angry? Do you sometimes feel ashamed of your...
Are you an Addict?
Are You An Addict? Sometimes it isn’t easy to see when we’re looking at ourselves. Denial is common among those who abuse drugs and alcohol and their friends and family may not want to see the problem either. If you think you may be developing a problem with drugs or alcohol, or if you know someone that may be, ask the following questions. Do I use regularly? Or do I use more than other people? Whether it’s several times a day or even just once daily, if you feel that you have to have this drug or drink on a regular basis, you may be dependent. Can I stop using the drug on my own? Have I stopped using drugs or alcohol for extended periods of time in the past several months? Failure to discontinue use on your own...
12 principles of effective treatment
NIDA: 12 Principles of Effective Addiction Treatment If you are seeking treatment for addiction for yourself or a loved one, the National Institute on Drug Abuse has put together 12 principles for finding effective treatment. Consider the following before making your choice. One size does not fit all. Find a treatment or facility that matches your own personal problems and needs. Treatment should be accessible and readily available so the patient applicant doesn’t get lost. Treatment must encompass the drug abuse, as well as physical and psychological issues and legal troubles. Treatment should be flexible and grow and change with the patient’s recovery progress. Adequate time should be given...
When to seek professional help
When to seek Professional Advice The world of drug and alcohol addiction is a confusing place, and for some reason people think that talking to friends, family members, clergy or even their hair dresser is the best source of information when looking for addiction rehab help. Even if these people have had some sort of addiction experience in the past it does not mean they know what is best for your loved one. There are many different methods of addiction rehab and there is not one that is right for everyone. If you had someone with cancer in your family would you trust these same people to help you make the decision on where to get the best cancer treatment; or would you seek professional help. Of course you would go to a professional and let them guide you...
Bible Studies Help Many
Bible Study Helps Many Addiction Rehab centers help millions of people each year overcome drug and alcohol addiction. Yet not everyone is comfortable with the clinical setting of treatment centers. For others it simply isn’t enough to understand why they used drugs; they also need a reason other than physical and emotional health to be convinced to give up drugs forever. One such alternative drug treatment is being accomplished on a worldwide basis by devoted men and women who share their hope for the future. This type of alcohol rehabilitation is for those how are not experiencing any withdraw symptoms when they stop drinking alcohol. To safely detox someone from alcohol medical attention is needed. Though not...
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Addiction
To speak to an addiction counselor call 1-877-744-3536 Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Addiction Many people are exposed to high levels of trauma on a near daily basis, Doctors, nurses, firemen, policemen, people in the military and paramedics all fall into this category. Addiction Rehabilitation Help for such individuals that suffer from PTSD can be tricky. What makes drug rehab for professionals such as this so difficult is that their very careers contribute to their desire to self medicate. Think of the emergency room of a hospital and how stressful the environment can be to doctors and nurses. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is common among healthcare workers and other professionals because they are exposed to...