JULIE
Tips For Dealing With a Loved One Trying to Get Out of Going to Rehab
One of the most frustrating things about dealing with a loved one that has an addiction is the denial that occurs.
The Need for Real Drug Education
It all started innocently. I was a young believer in the campaigns “ This is your brain when you are on drugs” and ”Just say no to drugs”. I signed numerous promises in elementary and middle school promising never to smoke, drink or use drugs.
A Day In the Life of An Alcoholic
A Day In the Life of An Alcoholic The day after Saint Patrick’s Day in 2010 is a day I will never forget because it was one of the worst days of my life. I woke up in a jail cell still half-drunk, covered in bruises, my hair a mess and facing felony charges of assaulting a police officer.
Hateful Comments on Social Media Point to An Alarming Trend
I have even seen several comments stating that overdose victims should not be given Narcan anymore in order to “solve the problem.” Has our society really become so cold that so many people would rather stand by and let someone die than give them another chance at life? Since when has this sort of behavior become socially acceptable? Why are people so quick to spew hate on social media?
How Sobriety Has Become the Foundation for My Life
How Sobriety Has Become the Foundation for My Life About seven and a half years ago, my life was what many people might call a mess. I was having a hard time making ends meet and had to move back in with my parents because I was drinking entirely too much alcohol.
Ads That Promote Alcoholism Should be Banned
The other day I was watching TV, and I saw an advertisement for Coors Light beer that was promoting morning drinking. The ad which may seem innocent enough to many showed two male roommates in their twenties cracking open a morning beer while eating breakfast and watching football.
How to Help a Friend Whose Loved One Is Addicted
With the high rates of addiction across the United States you’d be hard-pressed not to know anyone who has been affected by this nationwide problem. That being said here are some of the ways you can help support a friend whose loved one is addicted to drugs or alcohol.
Why Parents Need to Talk to Their Kids About Drugs
While talking to your children about drugs sounds about as enjoyable as listening to nails on a chalkboard it is something every parent must face…
The Holidays Are Over, Now There Is No Excuse
Many people hold off going to treatment in November and December because of the holiday season. They rationalize putting off getting help by telling themselves that they do not want to miss out on family time and special moments.
How to Support a Friend Who Just Got Out of Rehab
When a person finishes up addiction treatment they can have a difficult time readjusting to their new life. Many people mistakenly believe that all of the work happens during time spent in rehab. While there is a lot of self-reflection and growth that occurs during the addiction treatment process this is only the very beginning of starting a life of recovery.