Whether you are quitting smoking or facing any kind of difficulty in your life, the question is whether or not you are big enough to succeed. I obviously don't mean big enough in the since of size nor do I mean it in the usual context of being the
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6 Myths About Narcotics Anonymous You Probably Believe
Narcotics Anonymous is a worldwide support program from people who struggle with alcohol and drug addiction. It was founded in 1953 and employs a Twelve Stop Model similar to its sister program, Alcoholics Anonymous. They have over 61,000 meetings in
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Alcoholic Neuropathy
As the name suggests, alcoholic neuropathy is caused due to heavy drinking. It is a debilitating condition in which the sufferer's peripheral nerves that connect limbs, muscles and sensory organs to brain and spinal cord get damaged. The nerve damage
Continue ReadingSelf-Medicating Chronic Pain Leads to Drug and Alcohol Abuse
A large percentage of addicts abusing drugs and alcohol is afflicted with chronic pain and self-medication to manage the pain becomes their gateway to addiction, according to a study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine in May 2016.
Continue ReadingHistory of the Opioid Addiction Crisis – How Could This Happen?
Did you know that Genghis Khan's army used opium for anesthesia when manually setting broken bones because it dampened the pain and relaxed muscles? Using the drug made the procedure for dealing with dislocations and fractures easier on the patient
Continue ReadingThe Link Between High THC Marijuana and Psychiatric Disorders
The still-forming adolescent brain is at the highest risk, but even adult users will notice mental health problems over time. There are increased risks for psychosis, anxiety, schizophrenia, and dementia. In fact, using high THC marijuana every day
Continue ReadingExpectations Can Hurt Us
When we give, it is but natural for us to expect something in return. This is true for any kind of human relationship whether it be friendships, romantic relationships or family ties. There is no escaping the desire to be appreciated, to be rewarded
Continue Reading5 Ways to Deal With Alcohol Cravings
Recently, Cynthia celebrated a decade of sobriety. She was hooked on alcohol since the age of 15 and had tried hard to overcome addiction. Her journey wasn't easy as she relapsed thrice before finally turning sober. Like Cynthia, many people struggle
Continue ReadingThe History E-Cigarettes and Vaping
It seems as if 'vaping' came out of nowhere. One day it didn't exist and then a few months later everywhere we went someone was vaping. In reality, electro-mechanical cigarettes are not new. Neither is the concept of using vapor to breathe in smoked
Continue ReadingHigh THC Marijuana Use and Mental Health
With the legalizing of marijuana for recreational use in California and other places, we find the industry alive and well. Maybe too well. You see, there are lots of specialty commercial growers who are pumping up the volume on the THC
Continue ReadingHigh THC Marijuana Use Can Lead to Long Term Chronic Mental Health Issues
Back in the 60s smoking weed was quite popular. There was something of a cultural revolution going on. Most of the folks that smoked pot back then eventually grew out of it and went on to have families and enjoy a normal life in American society.
Continue ReadingThe Challenges of Do-It-Yourself Alcohol Detoxification
Face it, if you are dependent on alcohol, quitting is going to be hell. Of course, what do they say; "if you have to go through hell, don't stop, keep going." Yes, it's a New Year, so perhaps one of your New Year's Resolutions is to stop drinking, or
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