How Marijuana Affects the Body and BrainMarijuanaBy PromisesAugust 22, 2016With debates going on in the public sphere over the legalization of marijuana for medical and recreational use, it is important to be educated as to the impact of the drug on the body and in the brain. Too often people have a relaxed attitude about marijuana. It may not be as harmful as heroin,… Details
10 TV Characters Who Need RehabDrug Addiction InfoBy PromisesAugust 15, 2016See which 10 television characters would likely be diagnosed with a serious substance use disorder if they really walked among us. Tyrion Lannister, “Game of Thrones” Tyrion swills and guzzles his way through the ups and downs of The Seven Kingdoms. Granted, he hasn’t had the easiest time of it. His mother died giving birth… Details
Why Are People Addicted to Unhealthy Relationships?Mental HealthBy PromisesAugust 15, 2016A woman posted on a social media site for those with addictions that her former partner called her and showered her with hateful commentary ranging from her appearance, body size and tattoos, to her habits and even the way she breathed. She remained on the call to hear the entire litany. Despite her distress, she… Details
Romance in Recovery: Start With a PlantRecoveryBy PromisesAugust 15, 2016Active addicts and alcoholics typically don’t enjoy being told what they can or can’t do. The reason for this is simple: they’re usually being asked to do the No. 1 thing they don’t want to do: stop drinking or using. It leaves the addict with an automatic bristling when it comes to authority figures. So… Details
Characteristics of Love Addicted ParentsSex AddictionBy PromisesAugust 15, 2016Love addiction isn’t always as easy to recognize as other forms of addiction. While drug addicts and alcoholics frequently show signs of slurred speech, bleary eyes or staggering, love addicts may appear completely normal. Many love addicts go through their lives without ever realizing that they were suffering from a form of addiction. Family members… Details
Where Do You Fall on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness?Mental HealthBy PromisesAugust 8, 2016What does it mean to be truly well? It’s not just a clean bill of health from your doctor or feeling satisfied with a relationship or a job. Instead, wellness means actively pursuing balance among the key areas of your life, which the wellness initiative of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)… Details
A Stage-by-Stage Look at How Anxiety Derails Addiction RecoveryAnxietyBy PromisesAugust 8, 2016Anxiety is one of the most common mental health problems in the U.S. Almost 30% of Americans struggle with it at some point in their lives. And if you’ve got an anxiety disorder, research shows you’re two to three times more likely to struggle with substance abuse than the general population. It’s a combo that… Details
Brett Favre Opens Up About Painkiller Addiction on Eve of Hall of Fame CeremonyPrescription DrugsBy PromisesAugust 5, 2016On Saturday, NFL legend Brett Favre will take his rightful place in the esteemed Pro Football Hall of Fame. But 20 years ago, an addiction to painkillers threatened to cut his storied career, even his life, short. Just recently, he opened up about his addiction to Vicodin. In an interview with Graham Bensinger, the former… Details
How Friendship Helps in RecoveryRecoveryBy PromisesAugust 1, 2016 Entering recovery can be a frightening time for some, even at the same time as it’s exciting. You don’t know what to expect when first starting out, as embracing a life of sobriety isn’t something that most people have at the top of their dream goals. Early recovery can also be a very lonely time,… Details
Here Are the Tell-Tale Signs of Prescription Drug AbusePrescription DrugsBy PromisesAugust 1, 2016When a loved one has a problem with prescription drug abuse, it may be obvious or it may be difficult to recognize. You may have a feeling that something isn’t right, but you can’t quite put your finger on it. All you know is that your loved one doesn’t appear to be himself or herself.… Details
