Think less about getting your loved one to admit to addiction and more about what it takes to build a better life. ~ Carrie Wilkens, Ph.D. Are you concerned about your child because of their drug or alcohol use? Would a deeper understanding of addiction be helpful for you? The scientific understanding of addiction is […]
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Are you confused about whether you should lean in or let go regarding your child’s drug or alcohol use? Do you feel frustrated when things are out of control? There is a lot of advice out there, the most common being to let go and detach. Your child may have the best chance of changing […]
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Ironically, parenting is a shame and judgment minefield precisely because most of us are wading through uncertainty and self-doubt when it comes to raising our children. ~ Brené Brown Shame can isolate you. It can also hold you back from reaching out for help. If your child is struggling with drugs or alcohol, Shame can […]
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September is National Recovery Month. But, it is important to acknowledge those in recovery every month. Our sons and daughters have worked hard to turn their lives around. So many are beginning to share what recovery means to them. I hope ideas from others will inspire you to keep moving forward. Recovery happens every day. […]
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Are you looking for ways to support your child in recovery? There are about 20 million people in long-term recovery in America. They are seeking a more positive lifestyle. The negative consequences now outweigh the highs of their drug or alcohol use. Don’t lose hope if your child is still struggling. Change can happen when […]
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International Overdose Awareness Day is August 31st. I find this to be the most heartbreaking part of working with families. It seems so unfair and so unnecessary. Yet, we want to remember those gone too soon due to an overdose. The International Overdose Website states, “We acknowledge this day to raise awareness of overdose and […]
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This article is a guest post by Lisa Sussman on family involvement after a treatment program. It was the worst day of your life when you discovered that your teenage child had succumbed to addiction. You must have been wondering where it all went wrong. When did your darling little girl or lovable son change […]
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The more someone uses alcohol, the more likely they are to experience changes in their testosterone levels, also referred to as T levels. Low T levels can cause a variety of undesirable symptoms. A person with alcohol use disorder may find that their T levels are lower than average. How Alcohol Use Affects Testosterone It’s […]
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The road to recovery can feel a bit lonely at times. That’s why it’s important to keep showing up to your support group meetings, even if you happen to be in a good place right now. Whether you are attending meetings based on a 12-step program or participate in another peer-based support group, here’s why you […]
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