There are many reasons why young people turn to drugs. This is but one reason but I think an important one. I am saddened by how in this country education continues to be a place to sort children rather than a place where they come to know who they truly are. I'm frustrated by how public education tends to focus on sameness and content versus uniqueness and meaning. I'm disappointed that youngsters in school learn to compete with each other rather than learning to reach out to one...

Current base theory for most Treatment

What is the essence of addiction from a scientific standpoint? What facts support the foundation that supposes that an “addict” has no control and that free will has nothing to do with their ability to stop? What indicates that without help, they have little or no hope of recovering, from this “state of addiction” that has occurred in their brain?

The overwhelming, compulsive, uncontrollable use of...

So you are married to an alcoholic? Well it is easy to see he/she is drinking alone, also losses of jobs, has violent behavior or is super friendly when drinking or violent. Also if this person needs alcohol to function there is a problem.

When an alcoholic drinks they change like the difference between the sun and the moon. If you are sick of it and can not take it anymore do not do it. I am a a recovering alcoholic and what happens is is family and friends try to hide the...

Gamblers are a hard match for anyone, especially if they are the compulsive types; they find it really difficult to quit gambling for good . Although these people are pretty aware of how gambling affects a person’s state of mind and finances, it is quite difficult to urge them to do their part. In short, a gamblers way of quitting has to do with the support of everyone else.

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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) often boasts that it's Twelve-Step Program has a success rate of 80 to 90%, but many studies have shown that, at best, the success rate is roughly 5%. The goal of the Twelve-Step Program is a spiritual awakening although most people find it difficult to make this connection because they feel victimized by someone else's behavior. Ironically, nine out of the twelve steps promote the concepts of self-incrimination and powerlessness. (AA) claims these nine...

The world of the RC car, can be an exciting one indeed, and it seems more people than ever are enjoying the power, speed and excitement that only radio controlled cars and trucks can provide. Many of us of course may remember those radio controlled cars and trucks we played with as children, and we may have fond memories of running those vehicles through the house, perhaps chasing the family dog, or the kid sister.
For one thing, hobby quality radio controlled cars and trucks are...

First up let's get one thing sorted out; marijuana addiction has no one shot treatment. There is no pot patch and there is no way to wean yourself off slowly. Treatment for marijuana addictions starts and ends in your own mind not with chemicals, substitutes or cure all pills.

Marijuana has no chemical within it like nicotine in cigarettes that give the user a physical painful craving for the substance that draws them back. Pot is a different beast as your cravings come from...

According to the Merriam Webster Dictionary, the word "reprieve" means:

1: to delay the punishment of (as a condemned prisoner)
2: to give relief or deliverance to for a time

"One day at a time"  and "I don't have to drink today" are popular sayings in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). The Big Book of AA (pg, 85) says "We are not cured of alcoholism.  What we really have is a daily reprieve contingent on the maintenance of...

How to get through Tramadol Addiction

The way things are in this fast paced world today many people may have a Tramadol Addiction without even realizing it. This medication is used to treat moderate to severe pain. This medication should be only taken exactly as directed your prescribing physician. If this drug is taken as prescribed there is little to worry about becoming addicted to it. With this being said one thing you will want to know is that it can very easily becomes...

Whether you have been given the ultimatum about never drinking alcohol again, or its a decision that you have consciously made and want to keep, then coping with the unknown is probably one of the most frightening parts. Situations that are all too familiar, will now have to have a different approach. Attitudes, and responses, to peoples reactions to your now tee-total lifestyle can be a daunting experience, and one that will not come naturally. By preparing yourself, beforehand, with...