Contributor: Carla Mack, guest contributor for Addiction Hope “How did I get here?” I remember asking myself that question years ago. I grew up in a Christian home, my parents rarely drank alcohol and my dad consistently told me about the importance of being honest. That day, 4th of July, my children asked me what [...]
Contributor: Ian Gershman, Chief Operating Office for Daytop New Jersey “Families are the compass that guides us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter.” (Brad Davis) In the addicted family, wherein we identify one (or more) members as having a substance use disorder, the overall effect on [...]
Contributor: Betsy Koelzer is Co-Founder and VP of Operations for The Clearing The Clearing is an eight-person 28-day residential treatment program specializing in alcohol abuse, substance abuse, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other conditions, including dual diagnosis. We take an entirely different approach from traditional 12-Steps rehabs. We heal by identifying, addressing and healing issues [...]
Contributor: Written by Staff of The Recovery Village When a parent, an older sibling, or even an extended family member struggles with substance abuse and addiction, it can have a deep impact on the children in the family. Their emotions can be overwhelming and difficult for them to discuss, but it’s important that a priority [...]
Written By: Dirk Eldredge, CIP, BRI I, CADAC – CEO, Alchemy Intervention Time & action are the two greatest factor’s within the healing process.” After surrender occurs with the identified patient, the family must take action. Trust and closeness are found through the extension of grace and the methodical step by step re-establishment of the [...]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.