Addiction - Learning To Live Again

About a year ago I walked away from alcohol and cigarettes, after engaging in both practices for more than 15 years. Was I addicted to drinking and smoking? I would have to say that I was, seeing as how I did both things everyday. I would have to say that, on average, for the last ten of the fifteen total years I drank a twelve pack of beer and smoked a pack of cigarettes a day.

Addiction - Is our Addiction Killing Our Kids?

Depending on the definition of addiction that's used, many of us could be considered addicted. The most common definition of addiction is an uncontrolled craving that drives us to continually seek and use a drug or alcohol. Drop off the drug or alcohol limitations and we're all subject to the addiction label.

Why Do Drinking And Smoking Fit Together So Well

I quit drinking and smoking after engaging in both for more than 15 years and have always been perplexed about how the two practices seem to go hand in hand. I always smoked more when I drank, which I always found to be an interesting phenomenon as well. I used to jokingly wonder if the two practices were somehow in cahoots.

The Alcoholic Christian

Alcoholism is running rampant today, even in Christian's homes! Scripture tells us we are not to get drunk on too much wine because it causes sin. But the bible says a believer in Christ is saved through the death of Jesus. Does that mean the alcoholic Christian is saved too?

Smoke Rings...The Clouded Reasons I Smoke

Have you ever thought of why you smoke? Light one up and let the creative juices start flowing. You will be amazed at some of the reason you do.

Addiction Recovery - How To Jump Start Your Fitness Program - Part 1

Recovery from a life threatening disease such as addiction requires a balanced approach of the mind, body and spirit. In the following series of articles, I am going to examine the physical fitness (body) component of a comprehensive recovery program.

Relapse in Drug Addiction

Has the face of addiction changed? Addiction is becoming more readily identified. There is so much more evidence positively impacting recovery outcomes for our patients/clients.

Celebrities and Drug Rehabilitation

Why does it seem celebrities are in rehab?

Video Gambling - Confessions of an Addict

Some people associate gambling as a means of enjoyment or social interaction. But at one point in my life it became an addiction. The fun stopped and the problems began, but oddly enough while it was happening I didn't know the moment the switch occurred. I was introduced to gambling at the age of 23 while working at a small restaurant on the northwest part of town.

How To Cope With The Cravings For Alcohol

Clear, straightforward advice on dealing with the cravings for alcohol and how to easily and comfortably overcome them

Drug Addiction - Kicking The Habit And Live Life Again

With soft drugs becoming popular among the young, many are easily tempted and turn to hard drugs as they progress. Often, many get addicted and it is crucial to kick the habit. Drug rehabilitation is gaining acceptance as more people sign up for it.

Is Drinking Getting In The Way Of Your Life?

Let me preface this article by acknowledging that I quit drinking a while ago because I felt that drinking was getting in the way of my life. Is drinking getting in the way of yours? Who knows, but I figure by relaying my story, it may help someone else. I decided about a year ago that I was letting drinking get in the way of my life.

Let’s Talk About Your Gambling Problem: What is Compulsive Gambling Really all About?

Am I a compulsive gambler? What really is compulsive gambling? Is it an addiction like cocaine or heroin?

Alcohol Rehab Facilities

Alcohol detoxification programs must be uniquely planned taking into consideration the individual's age, severity of the problem and the duration of time needed. Extra care and attention is required to be provided to patients. The severity and intensity of the withdrawal symptoms due to the discontinuation of alcohol depends on the usage history of the patient. The physical and emotional symptoms may be extremely severe depending on the patient's alcohol abuse history.

Alcoholism Recovery Part 1: We Are Going to Know a New Freedom and a New Happiness

The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous (3rd edition, p.83-84) promises a new life filled with hope, freedom and happiness. Promise one is the first in a series of 12 articles that examines and reflects upon the rewards of recovery. After all, if you are going to go through the painstaking process of recovering from alcoholism, there needs to be a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. If you truly put your heart and soul into the steps outlined in the Big Book, it is absolutely possible for you to enjoy the promises of recovery.