Author Archive
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Coping with urges and cravings
Based on psychological research, we present five effective ways to cope with urges and cravings from SMART Recovery. Say NO to urges and cravings by starting here.
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How to abstain from drugs or alcohol
How we think about drugs or alcohol has a major impact on our behaviors. Learn to abstain from drugs or alcohol by changing your thinking process. More here.
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Home treatment for addiction
Can you treat alcoholism, drug addiction or behavioral addictions from home? Yes. How to access a free self-help program from home here.
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How to stop gambling on your own
You can stop gambling on your own. How can you use self-help therapy to address compulsive gambling or problem gambling? Intro to the SMART Recovery formula here.
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How to be healthy and happy in recovery
Four (4) practical tips on how to be healthy and happy in addiction recovery.
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Addiction self control
How is addiction related to self-control? Here we explore how beliefs compel substance abuse. Your participation and comments are welcomed.
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How to deal with an addict or alcoholic
Deal with an addict or alcoholic in a positive and healthy way. More on Community Reinforcement Approach and Family Training (CRAFT) and how to deal with an addict or alcoholic here.
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Relapse prevention strategies
Top 10 relapse prevention strategies. We review the most effective strategies for preventing relapse into drug, alcohol or behavioral addictions. Guest writer Henry Steinberger, Ph.D., the author of the SMART Recovery® Handbook, joins us here.
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Motivation to stop drinking
Looking for motivation to stop drinking? Here are four (4) practical tools for getting and staying motivated in alcohol recovery. Get and stay sober for good! More here.
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5 alternatives to AA 12 step meetings
ISO alcoholism support group options? We introduce five (5) reputable alternatives to 12 step meetings here. As always, we invite comments and feedback about alcoholism treatment alternatives at the end.
