From the time I was a little boy, I looked up to my dad. He was my hero—a man who seemed to know everything, from fixing a broken bike chain to making the perfect Saturday morning pancakes. He was the guy who threw the best backyard barbecues, always laughing and telling stories that had everyone […]
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When it comes to addiction recovery, the role of family dynamics cannot be overstated. Families are often the first to witness the devastating effects of addiction, yet they also hold the power to significantly influence the recovery process. In Michigan, where addiction rates mirror national averages, families face unique challenges but also have access to
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Arkansas is grappling with a growing epidemic: prescription drug abuse. As the misuse of medications like opioids, benzodiazepines, and stimulants rises, families and communities face devastating consequences. Addressing this issue requires collective action and accessible support systems. Statistics and Trends Recent studies highlight the alarming increase in prescription misuse in Arkansas, with rural areas disproportionately
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In 2015 there were over 30,000 deaths attributed to opioids. While this number is heartbreakingly high, it is likely not completely accurate. According to a team of researchers at Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs, many overdose cases that have several drugs in their toxicology report don’t even get counted in the totals
What Is Wet Brain? Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, also known as “wet brain” and “beri beri,” is a form of dementia common in late-stage alcoholics. It generally affects only chronic heavy drinkers, but there are exceptions. The condition can occur in non-drinkers with severe nutritional deficiencies and in those with morning sickness or bulimia who vomit for
Susannah B. Lewis Recounts How The Death Of Her Alcoholic Dad Affected Her Relationships and Her Thought Process Susannah B. Lewis had an epiphany one day and realized how the death of her alcoholic dad affected her relationships and her thought process. She decided to sit down and write it all out. Her article is
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Soldiers Suffering Mental Health Problems Has Become a Hot Topic Across the United States Family members with deployed soldiers are more than excited when hearing their loved one is returning home from duty. The soldiers themselves are excited to return home and see their family and friends. This feeling has the soldier and his or
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Is Having a Nervous Breakdown Becoming Normal in Society? In the American society, you work hard for what you want. While this society standard has wavered in some respects, for the hard working American, this standard is something they live by. It is encouraged to be stressed. It is seen as a normal part of
Holiday Drinking is More Dangerous than Most People Think Black Wednesday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Years Eve, what do all of these days have in common? Drinking, holiday drinking has been on the rise lately and causing a lot of damage. The fact that we now acknowledgment the day before Thanksgiving as Black
10 Tips on How to Beat Holiday Depression The holidays are full of fun and laughter, getting together with your family and friends. For some, this is not the case. Holidays can be filled with depression, anxiety, and other overwhelming emotions. While dealing with these emotions on a daily basis is not easy, these emotions
Interventions During the Holidays, Bring the Family Together As the holidays approach, families with addicts are left with a difficult decision. Do they try tough love and tell the addict not to come to the holiday celebration, or do they allow the addict to join in the festivities and risk them ruining the celebration? If
The Dramatic Rise in Women Over 60 Being Treated For Alcoholism Has Climbed to an Ultimate High When talking about alcoholics, the stereotype tends to point to people in the age range of 30 to 40 years old. On top of that stereotype, the gender seems to lean heavily towards males. While males are still
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