Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
One of the core personality traits that many addicts, including myself, eventually identify in themselves in a strong streak of selfishness. The question is: What do I do with this insight once I’ve gained it?
I’m starting to come up with my own answer and hopefully my solution will help others ...
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Thursday, January 21st, 2010
The pendulum swings again. After years of decreases in use and in perceptions about use, a recent report indicates that high-school kids are once again beginning to use , and consider less risky the use of, marijuana.
The movement is no doubt part of a semi-regular cycle. After lack of awareness ...
Posted in Drugs, Education, For addicts, Links, Marijuana, Tips | 3 Comments »
Friday, December 11th, 2009
Co-authored by: Jamie Felzer
Many people today know about the dangers and risky behaviors (sharing needles, unsafe sex, and mother-to-child transmission) that can increase the risk for HIV/AIDS infection. The question lies in whether or not they are able to take appropriate actions to prevent contracting the disease themselves.
Heroin addiction, dirty ...
Posted in Drugs, Drugs, Education, For addicts, Opiates, Stories, Tips, prevention | No Comments »
Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
In my studies of addiction, the concept of cravings comes up often. Researchers talk of "wanting" versus "liking" of drugs and of the idea that cravings are a programmed response to environmental signals that have been connected to drug use through experience.
What are cravings?
I agree with these descriptions and the ...
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Saturday, November 28th, 2009
Along with teaching and telling stories, part of my goal here at All About Addiction is to get important information out to those who can benefit from it.
Most drug users who quit drug use "cold turkey" have to go through withdrawal of some sort. Withdrawal is never comfortable, but sometimes ...
Posted in Alcohol, Drugs, Education, For addicts, Medications, Opiates, Prescription, Tips, Treatment | 10 Comments »
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Contributing co-author: Andrew Chen
We've already talked about the fact that sex addiction (or love addiction) is defined by the inability to regulate sexual behavior despite negative consequences. We also mentioned already that it affects millions of Americans.
Addictive sexual behaviors can range from compulsive masturbation and porn watching, to compulsive cheating, ...
Posted in Education, For addicts, For others, Sex, Tips, Treatment | 1 Comment »
Saturday, November 21st, 2009
Breaking news: When alcoholics who have gone through treatment have a drink after a certain length of sobriety, most don't go off the deep end.
Slip scares and abstinence
The old AA adage: "One drink is too many, and a thousand not enough," refers to the fact that alcoholics who are sober ...
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