Addiction to drugs as we all know is one of the most dangerous threats to the modern society. And the fact is that these days if we look around we may find a lot of people around us are being addicted to drugs in some way or the other. And therefore it becomes essential to fight back against this evil and get a better option for those unfortunate people around us. But to fight with the addiction problem it should be kept in mind that along with...more
If you are addicted to drugs or alcohol, you may be weighing your rehab options. Some people opt for inpatient rehabilitation, while others want to go through outpatient detox treatment. These programs try to safely get you off drugs or alcohol without being admitted to a hospital or drug center. The program typically consists of around 5 hours of treatment and you aren't obligated to stay all night. During the treatment you will be...more
With how the recent economic recession, everyone is looking for cheaper alternatives to their daily lives. Previously, people were confident that their cash flow would keep coming in at a constant rate. This meant that spending money would not be too much of an issue as there would be money to replace the finishing sources. However, things changed. People lost jobs, and wages decreased. While things change a lot, there are some alternatives to doing addictive things the cheaper way. Instead of satisfying your cravings at any time of the day, set a day of the week where you are allowed to satisfy one craving of the week, as cravings can be expensive to fulfill at every urge. Treat that one day as a reward for your perseverance. You may find that the food tastes much better when you put your effort onto it. Try not to go for their food samplings if available although it is free, as you may just end up breaking your hard work and buying the food. For those who are obsessed with club sports that require entrance fees, try playing something similar to it. For example, if you need to pay for a swim at a club, go to a friend or relative's apartment where you can swim for...more
Drug addiction has affected the human life so much, that we often forget about the problems that have been caused by the addiction to alcohol. Alcohol, which considered as a recreational drink is consumed by most normal people and that does not lead to any sort of addiction. Taking alcohol in the normal quantity is also not bad for...more
Career sustaining behaviors for addiction counselors are basically defined as sets of behaviors that substance abuse professionals should practice. As they take care of their patients, they should also have that sense of responsibility to take care of themselves. Everybody, from the addiction counselor to his staff should diligently...more
These days addiction to drugs is one of the major problem to the whole society. And as the fact is that there is no particular age or any particular gender of people who are the victim of this addiction and therefore it has often been seen women, and even children to be getting addicted to some sort of drugs or other. In this respect the best thing that can be done is to make the proper choice of the addiction treatment center for the best cure for the addiction patients. In this context it is also essential to note that the choice of the addiction treatment center is the most essential thing that should be kept in mind for the proper treatment of the addiction patients.In this respect the most essential thing to note is to get the best choice of the addiction treatment center so that the best addiction treatment can be offered to the addiction patients. Other than that it is also equally essential to pay proper attention to the drug treatment programs offered by the treatment center. The fact is that the proper treatment program should always be chosen for the addiction patients for the reason that the addiction problem can only be get rid of if there is the availability of the...more
Addiction in women is a commonly seen phenomenon these days. They are expected to perform mammoth tasks which might go well beyond their capacity. This may lead them to a guilt conscious, eventually leading them to surrender to an addiction. An...more
Cocaine addiction and recovery is a rough road to travel. The odd thing about cocaine is that it's really not one of the most chemically addictive drugs around. Oh, to be sure, it IS chemically addictive, but honestly, it doesn't hold a candle to...more
Sex Addiction as an Intimacy DisorderDorothyC.Hayden, LCSWdhayden@nyc.rr.com Any definition, discussion or exploration of compulsive sexuality begins thusly:"Sex addiction is an intimacy disorder characterized by" blah, blah, blahThen...more
In our always changing and fast paced culture, some people pick up different types of illnesses that originate from their inability to deal with the transformations around them. Sadly, many people express their failure to face stress as well as the...more
Solitaire is already one of the most addictive games in the world in its standard form. That's why it has been around for such a long time. But there are always variations being made to keep the game relevant for changing times and in...more
When social drinking evolves into an addiction, it is not easy to stop. Even if the addict had a strong urge to stop, it is often harder than imagined. This isn't to say that it is impossible, however.The reasons drinking adopts this new purpose tend...more