The Isolating Stigmatism of Addiction
This is a guest post by Vince Horan. Forty years ago, the image of an alcoholic was a middle-aged male who had lost everything important […]
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Tips For Avoiding Arguments During Substance Use Recovery
This is a guest post on substance use recovery by Jennifer Bell. In the journey toward substance use recovery, finding common ground with others is
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The Silent Link: Loneliness and Substance Use in Today’s Youth
In an age where screens dominate our interactions and virtual connections often replace face-to-face conversations, parents grapple with concerns about their children’s well-being. One pressing
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Heart Check For Parents Of Struggling Teens
This is a guest post by Tracy Winchell who shares the HEART Check Journaling method. Parenting a teen or young adult who is struggling with
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The Story Behind the Canadian Cocaine Addiction Problem
This is a guest post by Tristan Elliott, who shares statistics and information about cocaine addiction in Canada. Stunning, or should we say not-so-stunning, studies
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The Benefits of Journaling Through the Holidays and After
This is a guest post by Tracy Winchell. ‘Tis the holiday season. That time of year when it feels like our schedules and maybe even our
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Managing the Fear and Anxiety of the Unknown
You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing
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5 Outstanding Tips for Parents Who Want to Help
This is a guest post by Joe Koelzer, CEO of The Clearing, who shares some tips for parents. Let’s get this out in the open
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How to Prevent Teen Drinking and Driving
Drinking and driving is an issue for teens as well as young adults. The importance of being in a car with a sober driver cannot
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4 Powerful Ways I’ve Found a Sense of Self-Worth
This is a guest post from Peter Wang who shares how his sense of self-worth motivated him to seek recovery. Five years ago, I was
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3 Things To Do When You Suspect Drug Use
This is a guest post by Nicola Smith. Raising children can be challenging. You may need to face a situation when your child’s friend’s behavior is
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9 Things to Look for in a Rehab Facility
This is a guest post by Sheila Shilati, Psy.D., with some excellent tips on what to look for in a rehab facility. Few things in life
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Music Video: Look At Yourself
The first time I heard this beautiful song, I loved it. Music can touch the soul and ease your pain for a few precious moments when
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Zero Left: Moser Family Launches Campaign to Fight Opioid Crisis in NH
This is a guest post by Joshua A. Siegel, MD on the Zero Left campaign. Having awkward conversations with your kids is just a part
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7 Reasons Why Teens Use Drugs (and How Parents Can Prevent it)
Please welcome Gordon Dickler who shares his tips on why teens will drink or use drugs. The teenage years are often thought of as a time
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