Self help is defined as the act of helping or improving without relying on the assistance of others [6]. This can mean joining a fellowship of others who struggle with similar issues, who support and rely on each other for recovery. This includes a 12-step program such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine [...]
During the late 1700’s, alcoholism was believed to be a moral failing and was a matter of willpower to overcome. Benjamin Rush, one of the Founding Fathers of America, was one of the first to challenge this and felt that it was the alcohol rather than the person that created an addiction [1]. In a [...]
As I reflect on 10+ years of working closely with people in pastoral ministry (men, women, students, children) who have come through all sorts of addictions (and many who unfortunately, who have not) I find a common thread in those who have succeeded in recovery and those who have relapsed. People want to know; “What’s [...]
Sexual addiction treatment can vary greatly depending upon a therapist, treatment program, or other avenues. However freedom from a sexual addiction—that's a simpler story! It will give you a renewed sense of freedom, autonomy, self-esteem, joy and choice. Whatever pathway you take to this destination will be highly rewarding. If I was sending you out [...]
“All things are lawful but I will not be mastered by anything. Food for the stomach and the stomach for food but both will be destroyed.” The Apostle Paul, 1st Corinthians, Chapter Six This topic is a bit personal to me. You see, back in 2009, I was struggling. I mean really struggling: depressed, in [...]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.