Contributor: Dr. Kenneth Chance, D.Div., CEO, Arrowhead Lodge, LLC An important milestone in recovery is making amends to people who were harmed by one’s self-centered behavior. In twelve-step programs it’s step nine: “Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.” The process of making amends [...]
Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC for Addiction Hope Men and women across the world have been graced by the bond and companionship that develops with a pet. Whether it be a dog, cat, bird, fish, reptile, or anything between, pets can be a valuable part of a person’s life. For an individual who is [...]
Contributor: Carla Mack, guest contributor for Addiction Hope Sharing my personal experience with an addicted family member is difficult. So many memories flood in when you are thinking over events of one’s life; some sweet memories and some painful. My nephew and I are only two years apart. I was born later in life for [...]
Contributor: Martin Jackson, MA., M.Ed., LADC – Owner/Founder – The Institute of Health & Healing Sciences, LLC. As it is written in Joseph Lee’s book, Recovering My Kid, “Nothing makes parents’ hearts sink faster than the thought of their child suffering. And addiction is a uniquely dark and deep form of suffering. Over years of [...]
Contributor: Saarah Waleed, LMHC, CASAC, NCC, Director of Addiction Treatment Services at Villa of Hope Elaine welcomes the newcomers with a bright smile. Her soft eyes make everyone who walks in the door feel comfortable. This Alanon meeting is dedicated to the family members of the children struggling with addiction. As the meeting starts and [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.