Addiction forces threaten everyone. Your primary defense? You! But your personal defense can be undermined by internal threats, and some of that threat can come in the form of the messages we send ourselves. Listen for some of the following messages either circling...
Most people typically refer to drugs as “hard” or “soft” drugs. But what exactly do those terms mean? Hard Drugs are substances that are considered more potent and toxic, both physically and mentally. These highly addictive drugs cause the most...
Take heed of the messages you send yourself. Justification comes in many forms. Common justifications include: Denial: “It’s not a problem.”Minimization: “I have already cut down.”Comparisons: “Pollution is more dangerous.”...
You are not immune to addictive behaviors and the curse of addiction in all its forms. Knowing where the risks are can help with avoidance. While there are many forms, the below table represents some of the most mainstream forms of addiction in the order of...
A contingency plan can help get you rapid and constructive help when needed AND can reduce the potential negative impact on friends and family. In your plan, consider the following: Establish a trusted friend to inform if things go badly and help navigate your...
The hardest part of recovering from addiction may be the understanding that the addiction is never far away. Relapse is common. That does not mean that you shouldn’t work hard to prevent it. Relapse can undo a lot of hard work and may prove deadly. Many would say,...
