Looking to join a support group? We take an insider's look into how support groups have been SHOWN to aid addiction reco ...
What to say to an addict in denial?
Do you have a friend or family member with a possible addiction problem? Are you wondering what to do to help? In this i ...
What families should expect from a recovering addict
More here on what you should expect, be aware of, and understand about addiction recovery. Then, a section for your ques ...
Ecstasy (MDMA): Choosing healthy relationships over isolation
Ecstasy can pull us out of the present and propel us into a fantasy world where everyone is happy and connected. But wha ...
Does mindfulness meditation increase the effectiveness of substance abuse treatment for teens? (BOOK REVIEW)
Yes. A mindfulness practice can be effective in the treatment of substance abuse. More here, with a book recommendation ...
Counseling for family members of drug addicts: INTERVIEW with Mariners Inn
Are you and your family dealing with addiction? Does a member of your family need help for a drug problem? Maybe it is t ...
Web based addiction treatment services: INTERVIEW with Operation Parental Awareness and Responsibility (PAR)
Have you ever wondered if you need to leave home to seek help for addiction? Is online help for addiction even possible ...
Teens and the difference between prescription drug use vs. abuse
How can you teach your teen the difference between therapeutic use of RX drugs and problem drug use? By learning the dis ...
Adverse or negative effects of Ambien (INFOGRAPHIC)
Ambien is a prescription sedative that belongs to a class of medications called sedative-hypnotics. This medication is u ...
Substance Abuse Group Education: Does it work?
In this Q&A with United Community Services, we examine the best practices in Substance Abuse Group Education. Can this p ...