Addiction and Recovery Articles
Ed Runci is The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to "Addiction and Recovery". You can find complete information on Ed Runci and his products by visiting www.kayerapiddetox.com.
Addiction is a condition of being habitually or compulsively occupied with or involved in something. Recovery helps you restore yourself to a better state or condition.
The following content relating to Addiction and Recovery has been reviewed by the editorial staff at SelfGrowth.com for quality and caliber.
All articles written by an Official SelfGrowth.com Guide are denoted by three asterisks (***) at the beginning of the title.
All articles written by an Official SelfGrowth.com Guide are denoted by three asterisks (***) at the beginning of the title.
SelfGrowth.com Recommended Articles:
Robert Muller, Prophet Of Hope - By Ed Runci- Family Dynamics of Addiction Exposed: Identifying The "Real Problem" and What To Do About It - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Peggy FergusonMany non-addicted spouses complain about how their addicted significant other is driving them crazy, making them depressed, or leading them toward suicide or homicide. These comments only illustrate the destructive nature of the family dynamics of addiction. The addicted and non-addicted spouses ...
Views: 2You must read the article to rate it. - Supporting your Partner in Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Rodney StrangeIf your spouse is entering recovery, you still have a tough road ahead you. The recovery process can be just as difficult for the spouse as for the addict. Your responsibilities may seem overwhelming, and your partner may even demand more than you can give. In any case, the most important thing is ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Mirror Reflects Hunger Within - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Jan DeniseMirror Reflects Hunger Within Two out of three Americans are overweight, making obesity the second leading cause of preventable death. Instead of eating less, we spend $35 billion a year on weight loss products. We're not stupid; we're in pain. We have an emptiness, a yearning, a hunger … ...
Views: 14(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - LET BYGONES BE BYGONES - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Keith BrayHow to Let Bygones Be Bygones In working with others, I coach clients and sponsees to find tools and answers to issues that prevent them from having the abundant life they want. Things that prevent us from living the life we want and can live are common. Living in the past and collecting new ...
Views: 13(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Overcome Alcohol Dependency - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonWhen you reach a point in your life that you realize that alcohol is creating problems, then you know that a change is required. Some people drink far more than the doctor recommends but are completely happy with the effect upon their life and their health, and that's fine; you are the person ...
Views: 13(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - One More Essential Tool For Preventing Relapse in Early Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Peggy FergusonMost non-addicted people have routines and organizing structures in their lives that help provide stability. An addict's lifestyle is often one of chaotic instability and disorganization. A general lack of structure and routine contributes to this disorganization and chaos. An addicted ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - From addiction towards healing - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Roger FontaineWhat are the steps to take to go from addiction towards wellness? This is the question which this article addresses as I outline the steps which my personal recovery took and which has been truly a miracle in my life and in the effects on those which I affect daily, mostly including my wife and ...
Views: 18(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How To Stop Gambling Now: 10 Steps You Can Take To Stop Gambling Today - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Jason ColemanWhen you absolutely must stop gambling right now, here are 10 steps you can take today. STEP 1: GET RID OF YOUR MONEY If you want to stop gambling right now, the first step begins by stopping to carry money. This includes credit cards, debit cards, access to bank accounts, checks, loans, etc. ...
Views: 13(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Addiction and Recovery: Do You Need Detox After Relapse? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Peggy FergusonWhile most people realize that relapse is a common experience for addicts in recovery, they often do not know how to get back on track after relapsing on alcohol or other mood altering drugs. Although relapse is commonplace, it is predictable, and thus preventable. For many recovering people ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - Siblings - The Forgotten Ones - How Siblings Get Hurt - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Judy HerzanekThe Parable of the Prodigal Son While he was still a long way off, his father saw him coming. Filled with compassion the father ran to the son, threw his arms around him and said, "Welcome home." His son had come to his senses. "Let's have a party!" His brother refused to come ...
Views: 15(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - WILL THEY FIND OUT? (Or do they already know?) - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Keith BrayWILL THEY FIND OUT? (Or do they know?) I sit here today a relatively content man. That is the result of a journey to change that I found the courage to start some 15 years ago. Today, the constant worry about will they find out or even worse, do they already know is gone. What a relief! What's ...
Views: 15(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - ***Addiction to Video Games - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Margaret PaulEd consulted with me because he was concerned about his 16 year-old son. "He doesn't have any friends. I'd like to spend more time with him but there doesn't seem to be anything he likes to do.""How does he spend his time?" I asked."Playing video games."Betsy consulted ...
Views: 14(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The #1 Mistake Compulsive Gamblers Make In Recovery (And How You Can Avoid It) - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2009 from Jason ColemanTwo men walk into 12 step meeting. One will leave gambling in his past forever. The other will be forever controlled by his addiction to gambling. There are many mistakes we can make during recovery. We've all made a mistake or two. We're given so many rules to apply in so little time, a ...
Views: 15(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The 7 Immutable Laws To Stopping Gambling Dead In Its Tracks - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Jason ColemanIf you or someone you know is struggling with a gambling problem or addiction, then please read this article very carefully. You can win the battle against gambling. Everyday hundreds of people do just that. And there are thousands more maintaining their gamble free lifestyles. This article ...
Views: 21(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Couple Communication: Back to Basics To Improve Your Relationship and Restore Happiness - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Peggy FergusonOne of the most important tools to develop or restore communication skills is the use of “I” messages. "I" messages are not as likely to elicit defensiveness. They actually increase the probability that your message(s) will be heard. With this simple change in how you communicate with your ...
Views: 42(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Overcoming A Crack Habit: The Hardest Substance To Kick - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Lisa SimmonsCrack is a designer drug. It was designed to be extremely addictive and it is. While it's certainly possible to recover from a crack habit, know that it'll be a major challenge and that you'll need all the help and support you can get. It won't happen overnight. Recovery from crack is a lifelong ...
Views: 19(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Recovering From Anorexia -- Learning To Trust Food - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Lisa SimmonsAnorexia is an addiction to food deprivation. While anorexics do eat, they derive pleasure from limiting and restricting their calories, sometimes to the point of starvation. Anorexia can cause serious health problems as the body struggles to cope with an absence of nourishment. The challenge of ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - Recovery From Binge Eating -- Learning Moderation - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Lisa SimmonsRecovery from a food addiction requires the practice of moderation rather than abstinence with respect to food.Moderation can be more difficult to learn and practice than abstinence. The first step, especially if you are overweight or obese, is to see a physician. Your doctor will perform an ...
Views: 18(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Overcome Addiction - True Life Purpose Revealed - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2009 from David RoppoDo you suffer from Identity Theft? Are you an imposter in your own shoes? Discover how to unlock the secrets of your true life purpose. You know, I was searching the web the other day and I ran across an article by a well known self-help guru. The article was titled “How to uncover your True ...
Views: 31(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 10 Stop Smoking Self-Hypnosis Affirmations to Help You to Quit Smoking - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Nancy PhilpottAs you begin your smoke free life, it is important to constantly remind yourself of why you quit smoking. An excellent and effective way to do this is to use a form of self-hypnosis. Stop smoking hypnosis can be used at all stages of consciousness. You don’t have to be in a deep trance in order ...
Views: 33(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - HOLISTIC HEALTH/BALANCE - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Keith BrayHOLISTIC HEALTH/BALANCE “Health is wholeness and balance, an inner resilience that allows you to meet the demands of living without being overwhelmed.” — Andrew Weil, MD Health is wholeness, and health is multi-faceted. When major areas of health are addressed, balance results. With an MD ...
Views: 21(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Signs of Sexual Addiction - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed. LCPC CADCSigns of Sexual Addiction (Based upon Patrick Carnes work) 1. Loss of Control • Out of control sexual behavior predominates • The addict cannot control the extent, duration and regularity of his/her sexual behavior • Behavior excesses continue despite clear signs of danger ...
Views: 41(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Tips to Stop Enabling - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Beverley GlazerThere are very fuzzy boundaries between helping and enabling. If you’re enabling, you think that you’re helping, but what you’re doing is anything but helpful. Here's some information so that you don't confuse the two. Helping When you help someone you are doing something that they ...
Views: 42(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Stop Procrastinating and Accomplish Your Goals with Hypnosis - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Nancy PhilpottProcrastination can be the hardest part about starting your quit smoking program. Procrastination hypnosis can be just the thing you need to really cement the concept in your conscious and subconscious mind. There are many tools and programs available for you to help you in your progress, so stop ...
Views: 33(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Stop Smoking Hypnosis--The Best Way to Stop Smoking Without Gaining Weight - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Nancy PhilpottIf you’re a smoker, whether you’ve been smoking for weeks, months, or years, then you’ve probably looked for the best way to stop smoking. Maybe you’ve considered, or even tried, the reduction method or just quitting cold turkey. What is Stop Smoking Hypnosis? Have you ever considered ...
Views: 27(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Marry Your Self First: Addiction, Depression, Divorce.... - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Ken DonaldsonI had a client say something very interesting to me last week…she suggested that because I was a mental health counselor, I, therefore, have minimal issues or challenges in my life. Ha! I wish! I shy away from sharing much of my personal story with my clients, as that is all part of having, ...
Views: 36(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - TIME to BLOSSOM - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Keith BrayTime to blossom "The voice of our original self is often muffled, overwhelmed, even strangled, by the voices of other people's expectations." -- Julie Cameron Ah, the expectations of others. They had a huge (negative) impact on my life, how about yours? I lived many years feeling that I had ...
Views: 38(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - GET REAL (with expectations) - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Keith BrayGET REAL (with expectations) Another one of those readings that struck a chord, and reminded me of universal truths in life and recovering an abundant life! I am a very avid golfer; some have even accused me of being addicted to the sport. Funny, what I really like about golf is the sociability ...
Views: 32(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Consequences of an Untreated Gambling Addiction Can Lead To Many Life Problems - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Michelle TeeIf you or a loved one has a gambling addiction, you can probably understand the title of the article. Left untreated, a gambling problem or severe gambling addiction can create tremendous pain for the gambler or the family of the gambler. What happens when a gambling addiction goes untreated? Do ...
Views: 39(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Relapse - It Happens (But it Doesn't Have to Be the End of the Road) - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Judy HerzanekWhat do you do if your loved one relapses? "It's the same old story, the same old song and dance." -Steven Tyler/Aerosmith The above bit of lyrics, from a song by Aerosmith is a good analogy for an addict that chooses to try some more "controlled using" (better known as ...
Views: 44(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Children of Insanity - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Paul HoodI have been looking at a book by Claudia Black, “My Dad Loves Me, My Dad Has A Disease” (A Child’s View: Living With Addiction, full of pictures and writing by children), and remembering the children of addiction, and the mentally ill. I have seen five-year-olds acting like little adults, ...
Views: 40(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Suspect Your Child Is Using Drugs - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Christopher LowryHow can you tell if your child is using drugs? It is difficult because changes in mood or attitudes, unusual temper outbursts, changes in sleeping habits, changes in hobbies or other interests are common in teens. These changes often signal that something troubling is going on and may involve ...
Views: 48(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Why Grown Ups Need to Read Fairy Tales (Part Three) - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Glenn BergerWHAT THE TALES TELL US WE NEED TO DO What do the tales tell us we need to do to find our hearts and become what we are meant to be? What Bruno Bettelheim says for children is equally true for adults. “Fairy tales, unlike any other form of literature, direct the child to discover his ...
Views: 44(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - A Letter From A Reader: Michael Jackson and the Danger of Prescription Drugs - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEDITOR'S NOTE: We were so touched by this letter sent to us by one of our Intent visitors on the danger of prescription drug addiction that we felt it was worth sharing with the rest of our Intent community. This person's letter is a response to Deepak Chopra's blog post on his personal friendship ...
Views: 37(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - What is Recovery From Addiction? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe professionals in the field of addiction, have not even come up with an agreed upon definition for recovery. This means we can’t really study the effectiveness of various treatment modalities because we haven’t defined success. In June of 2007, at the Betty Ford Clinic, a team of top ...
Views: 47(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Teen Gaming Addictions on the Rise in the U.S. - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Alexa NuessleTEEN GAMING ADDICTIONS ON THE RISE IN U.S. Study Finds 10 Percent of Children Addicted to Online and Video Games HUNTSVILLE, Ala.- Parents often joke that their children and teens “Just can’t tear themselves away from their video games.” Studies show parents it’s not a joking matter. ...
Views: 45(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Stop Drinking Secrets - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from David RoppoHow to stop drinking without AA, rehab, or without ever leaving the privacy of your home! Up until recently, recovering from alcoholism has been more or less limited to the following two choices: 1. Alcoholics Anonymous 2. Traditional Rehabilitation However, you can learn how to stop ...
Views: 47(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Is Sex Addiction Real? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed. LCPC CADCUnlike for alcohol or drug addiction, there is no formal diagnosis for Sex Addiction in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic Statistic Manual (DSM IV). According to Chester Schmidt, chair of the DSM-IV Sexual Disorder Work Group, there is “no scientific data to support a concept ...
Views: 43(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Undergoing Alcohol Rehab? Stay Away from the Pitfalls of Depression - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Sarika KabraAn Alcohol Rehab center is seldom associated with humor; alcohol rehab does not lend itself well to levity; for most it is a serious, serious issue. It is about overcoming an addiction; overcoming a seemingly insurmountable problem; however as is true for a lot of other things, a dash of humor can ...
Views: 39You must read the article to rate it. - "I'm so glad we have a smoker in the White House!" Oh, really??? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“I’m so glad we’ll have a smoker in the White House!” That’s what a nurse exclaimed in my presence at a dinner party last December, a month before President Obama’s inauguration. I kid you not. A nurse. And obviously a cigarette addict. It’s a good thing I hadn’t had a ...
Views: 35You must read the article to rate it. - Addiction and Recovery: The Emotional Highs and Lows of Early Recovery - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Peggy FergusonWhen someone makes a decision to get the help that they need to quit drinking and using other drugs, everything begins to change. As an addict’s body begins to detox and as she is consciously trying to interrupt the momentum of addicted use of a chemical (including alcohol), she goes through all ...
Views: 63(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Treatment for Spouses and Other Family Members of Alcoholics and Addicts - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Peggy FergusonOne of the most frequent questions that I hear from family members is, “Why do I need to be in counseling, when she is the alcoholic/addict? The family members that do come into treatment willingly and eagerly at the beginning are most often motivated to “help” the addict. The idea that ...
Views: 50(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Addiction and Recovery: How to Catapult Your Recovery to the Next Level by Using A Problems Checklist to Drive Skill Developmen - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Peggy FergusonEarly recovery is a time of self-assessment and problem identification. You have to know what is not working in order to begin to fix it. One of the first tasks, right after learning basic craving management techniques is spending the time and energy to identify the roles that chemicals have ...
Views: 60(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Sex, Drugs, CNN & You - A Blueprint to Eliminate World Poverty - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Danish AhmedHi there everyone!! You've heard of living in the moment and the Power of Now, right? Does it make sense to live life that way 100% of the time? It actually wouldn't work. There are times when we want to contextualize the past, anticipate the future, and be conscious of impact that we ...
Views: 61(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - BREAKING THE NEAR-IMPOSSIBLE CYCLE OF ADDICTION - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from William CottringerBREAKING THE NEAR-IMPOSSIBLE CYCLE OF ADDICTION by Bill Cottringer “In the course of history many more people have died for their drink and their dope than have died for their religion or their country.” ~Aldous Huxley. A drop dead handsome, smart young man gets a good education ...
Views: 57You must read the article to rate it. - Addicts - Change Your Attitude – Change Your Life - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Kathy WilliamsonWhat type of person grabs your attention and motivates you? Usually it’s a person who is very passionate about what he or she is doing. She’s on fire and her excitement floods the room she is in. When she talks something inside you gets stirred - the desire also to be passionate about ...
Views: 49You must read the article to rate it. - WE ARE "CREATED SELVES" - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Keith BrayWE ARE “CREATED SELVES” Shakespeare said it, “This above all; to thine own self be true”. In a journey of life recovery, a transformation to a new and more abundant life, had not one of our real problems been true to our selves and selfishly so? For me the answer to this was yes; but I ...
Views: 35You must read the article to rate it. - Addictions – 3 Keys to Overcoming Any Addiction - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Kathy WilliamsonWhether you’re stuck in alcoholism or drug addiction, there is a way to permanently overcome your addiction. I know you’ve tried and tried to stop, but end up relapsing again and again. What will it take to finally get you over your addiction and into the abundant life? Here are three ...
Views: 90(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Alcohol Addiction, the Symptoms and How to Fight It. - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Lisa SimmonsAlcoholism is a problem that afflicts many people around the world. Unwittingly, you yourself may have an addiction to alcohol. People often misjudge what is an appropriate amount to drink. People who categorize themselves merely as social drinkers may in fact be heavy drinkers. People who think ...
Views: 42You must read the article to rate it. - Alcohol Addiction - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Lisa SimmonsAlcohol addiction is a compulsive need for beer, wine, or hard liquors containing a chemical which consumes the mind and body. Alcohol addiction may be present when one is seen as sweating, nauseous, shaky, or mentally unstable when not able to obtain an intoxicating liquid substance. The more one ...
Views: 46(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it.
