Zoe’s Story
Robin Kellner and her husband, John lost their lovely daughter, Zoe nine years ago in an accidental overdose. Robin has graciously agreed to share her beautifully written […]
17 Ways Forgiveness Can Improve Your Life
“Ultimately, forgiveness is a gift you give yourself. Bitterness and anger imprison you emotionally. Forgiveness sets you free”~ Victor Parachin Melissa looked to have
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11 Essential Tips To Finding The Right Treatment Program
Are you looking for a treatment program for your son or daughter? Would having a few tips help you with the process? Remaining in
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How Green Tea Can Improve Your Life
In the quiet morning hours, when everyone else is sleeping, I make my way to the kitchen and turn on the tea kettle to make
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Interview With Drug Prevention Activist: Barbara Stoefen
It is my great pleasure to welcome Barbara Stoefen who shares her thoughts on drug prevention. In this interview, Barbara tells her story about her
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Interview with Rose Barbour, Addictions Advocate
I’m so pleased to welcome addictions advocate, Rose Barbour. In this interview Rose shares her story and how becoming an advocate for the voiceless has changed
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How the Powerful CRAFT Approach is Saving Lives: Meet Bob Meyers
I’m honored to introduce Robert J. Meyers, Ph.D., founder of the Community Reinforcement and Family Training or CRAFT approach. In this interview, Dr. Meyers explains
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5 Ways to Embrace a New Life After Substance Use
Are you concerned about your child’s substance use? Do you find it challenging to enjoy life? For parents of a child struggling with substance use,
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Parents, Addiction and Ambiguous Loss: Meet Tracy Steen, Ph.D.
I am interviewing Tracy Steen, Ph.D., today about how she draws on ambiguous loss theory in her work with family members who have suffered a
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There is always Hope: Meet Denise Mariano
I’m thrilled to share my interview with my friend and fellow parent coach, Denise Mariano, who shares hope for the future. I met Denise last
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How Mindfulness Meditation Can Lead to a Happier Life: Meet Sandra Pawula
I’ve had the pleasure of being part of a blogging group with Sandra Pawula for many years. I’m thrilled that she is sharing her mindfulness tools and
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3 Medicine Safety Tips That Help Prevent Teen Medicine Abuse
This is a guest post by Blaise Brooks. Did you know that 1 in 30 teens abuses over-the-counter cough medicine to get high? Teens are ignoring
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How to Find Your Own Recovery: An Interview with Idaho mom, Sandy Baiocco
I’m pleased to welcome my friend and fellow parent support coach, Idaho mom Sandy Baiocco who discusses her recovery journey. I had the pleasure of meeting
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4 Drugs That Increase the Risk of Infectious Diseases
This is a guest post by James White. The consequences of drug use continue to add up. As researchers study the effects of drugs —
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How to Help Teens Find Another Way: Meet Author Holli Kenley
For many, the tween to teen years finds kids under continual social pressure to partake in at-risk behaviors including sex, drugs and alcohol use. Holli Kenley has written a
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