Do Children of Addicts Grow Up to Become Addicts? Family ResourcesBy Promises AustinMarch 24, 2015There is no doubt that having a parent who has a problem with drug addiction or alcoholism has an impact on children. A parent who is severely addicted may expose his or her children to a wide range of negative experiences that can range from unpredictable mood swings to financial struggles to violence. Children may… Details
Narcissism in the Sexually Addicted Population Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinMarch 24, 2015Narcissistic sex addicts like Mason74, who use grandiosity and a facade of self-confidence to present as though they are indestructible, are perhaps the most difficult to treat. Mason74 is charismatic, convicted and charming. He attends an online SSA (Sex Addicts Anonymous) meeting and when it’s his turn on the virtual floor, he starts out by… Details
Sex Addiction Equals Intimacy Issues Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinMarch 22, 2015A successful businesswoman constantly pursued other women for sex, but pushed them away when emotional bonding began to set in. Meika, a successful producer and TV writer, had always liked to joke that she was a world-renowned womanizer. Her predominantly heterosexual colleagues (though there were several openly gay folks in her industry) seemed to take… Details
The Scary Reality of Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence Mental Health - WomenBy Promises AustinMarch 21, 2015Abusing drugs or alcohol does not necessarily cause domestic violence, but there is a strong correlation. For households with an addict, episodes of violence are far more likely. Every day can be a fearful game of waiting for the drug abuser or alcoholic to explode or lash out at a child or a spouse. Substance… Details
Successful Alcoholics: Thriving in Careers, Drowning in Drinks Alcohol AbuseBy Promises AustinMarch 15, 2015Some people know they have a drinking problem when when they can’t hold a job or their liver starts to fail. It’s not as easy for a successful alcoholic to admit to a problem. In fact, if that’s you, you may be thriving in your career, even as a drinking problem grows. An alcoholic who… Details
Asking for Help in Addiction Recovery Addiction Treatment, Family Resources, Recovery, Relapse PreventionBy Promises AustinMarch 15, 2015In 12-step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous, each of the 12 steps contains words such as “we,” “us” and “ourselves.” These words help to remind each individual in the program that recovery is not a solo journey and that together we can do what none of us can do alone. In order… Details
3 Ways to Tame Erratic Emotions in Early Sobriety Staying SoberBy Promises AustinMarch 13, 2015When you give up alcohol or drugs, you may experience a rollercoaster of emotions, especially in the early months of recovery. You may experience extreme anger, sadness or anxiety. Worst of all, your emotions may become extremely turbulent without warning. Since you have spent so much time and effort running from your feelings, it’s probably… Details
How to Help Your Adult Child Refusing Addiction Treatment Family ResourcesBy Promises AustinMarch 13, 2015Watching your child, whatever his age, struggle with addiction is terrible, especially when he refuses to get help. When you have reached the end of your rope, there are some last-ditch efforts you can make to get him into treatment. According to government statistics, over 23 million Americans have an addiction and need treatment, yet… Details
Honor of Top Houston Doctor for 2015 Bestowed on Chief Medical Officer for The Right Step® and Promises® Austin Promises NewsBy Promises AustinMarch 6, 2015Jason ZW Powers, MD, MAPP, voted one of Houston’s Top Doctors for 2015 by H Texas magazine. Houston, TX (PRWEB) March 4, 2015 – For the fifth consecutive year, Jason ZW Powers, MD, MAPP, chief medical officer for The Right Step® family of programs and the Promises® Austin addiction treatment center in Texas, has been… Details
How to Beat Insomnia Without Drugs Mental HealthBy Promises AustinMarch 5, 2015Having difficulty sleeping is a common American problem. In our overstressed, overworked lives, sleep often takes a back seat to other priorities. Many people simply take over-the-counter or prescription sleep aids to get a better night’s sleep, but what if you can’t take drugs? If you are in recovery from addiction, you are probably hesitant… Details
