All Posts Tagged With: "addiction"

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Top Alcholics Anonymous Secrets

Alcoholics Anonymous is a voluntary organization that was conceived back in 1935 to help practicing alcoholics to find sobriety. It was the brainchild of Mr. Bill Wilson, a onetime financier who’s career in Finance was shattered by alcoholism.
While other patients who suffer from acute alcohol poisoning effects attend a hospital, Bill Wilson [...]

9Mar2010 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Addiction Is OUR Problem…

Why do people become addicted? What is the fundamental mechanism? Of course, this question has been answered to varying degrees and in varying ways. Whether you consider the physical aspects of addiction where changes occur in the brain, or the psychological mechanism that triggers an addiction many theories already exist.
This article is strictly my opinion. [...]

13Nov2009 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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The Harsh Reality Of How Long Does Alcohol Withdrawal Last

Congratulations, you have decided to quit drinking. For one reason or another you have said enough of this stuff. It might be too late or it might be just the right time to quit. It might even be a precaution thing. One thing many people wonder when they begin to abstain from alcohol is how [...]

26Oct2009 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Information to Take Into Account When Re Entering the Gambling Scene

So you used to be a gambling junky, but have not played anything for a good few years. You feel that you have now overcome your addiction and will be able to play a nice sociable game. I have seen a lot of past gambling addicts who never play a game again. This genuinely should [...]

13Oct2009 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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June 22, 1969: Superstar Judy Garland Found Dead from “Self-Overdosage of Barbiturates”…

It is former superstar singer and actress Judy Garland’s birthday today!
Through a career that spanned 45 of her 47 years, Garland attained international stardom as an actress in musical and dramatic roles, as a recording artist and on the concert stage. Respected for her versatility, she received a Juvenile Academy Award, won a Golden [...]

26Jun2009 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Addiction And Addictive Behaviors, Warning: 7 Warning Signs

To think of addiction as meaning only drugs and alcohol is a disservice, it is a broader subject than that alone.
There are process addictions in in addition to addiction to illegal drugs or alcohol. Addictions such as gambling, shopping, and disordered eating are related to compulsive behavior. When a person is actively using they hurt [...]

1Jun2009 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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The Ever Increasing Crisis Of Crystal Meth Addiction

Crystal Meth Addiction

The obsession with Crystal Methamphetamine, often referred to as crank, ice and glass, is at an all time high. Folks of each age and in each area of life, from children to adults, are experiencing the high that comes with the use of this deadly drug. Unfortunately, they must also experience the horror [...]

18May2009 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Do Gambling Addictions Exist or are They Just a Hobby

There is somewhat a dark cloud over gamblers, people basically do not want to socialise with them or even mix with them.
But is this really the entire truth? People that gamble are just like anyone else with a hobby, you wouldnt look down at someone that took up running of swimming as a hobby so [...]

14May2009 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Genuine Insight into Beating Addiction

Beating addiction is a journey, not an event. Any recovering alcoholic or addict will tell you that overcoming addiction is a process that unfolds before you for the rest of your life. But what does a process such as this really consist of, and how do we go about following it in a positive manner?
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15Mar2009 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Helping an Alcoholic to Recover

How can we help alcoholics recover? Historically, recovery programs have attempted to answer this question but without a lot of success at it. Perhaps you have encouraged an alcoholic in your life to get sober without much success. If you have reached this point then you might want to think about the best way to [...]

12Mar2009 | writer | 0 comments | Continued

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