An Interview with Jeremy Stalbird, Residential Manager at Promises Young Adult ProgramStaff StoriesBy Promises AustinApril 14, 2014Jeremy Stalbird was on a troubled path for the early part of his life, but it led him “right where I’m supposed to be,” he said, helping those with drug and alcohol addictions as Residential Manager of Promises Young Adult Program. Coming up on his sixth year of sobriety, Jeremy uses his hard-earned knowledge to… Details
Why Barriers Delay Treatment in AddictsAddiction TreatmentBy Promises AustinApril 8, 2014It is often said that admitting there’s a problem and seeking help are the first and most difficult steps on the journey toward addiction recovery. Getting past denial and asking for help certainly are challenging, and no addict will get better without taking these steps. However, studies and surveys show that additional challenges are in… Details
Risk Factors for Prescription Drug AbusePrescription DrugsBy Promises AustinApril 6, 2014Prescription drug abuse has reached epidemic levels not only in the United States but in the United Kingdom as well. Recent UK research has focused to identify specific triggers for prescription pain reliever addiction. The University of Derby conducted a three month study using an anonymous online survey which identified 112 patients taking prescription pain… Details
Exercise as a Tool for RecoveryRecoveryBy Promises AustinApril 2, 2014Getting up off the couch or moving away from the desk may not seem like it will make much of a difference in recovery, but exercise in almost any form is a better prescription for making progress toward recovery than just sitting idle. In fact, research strongly suggests that exercise can be a powerful tool… Details
What is Kratom, This New Drug on DEA Watch List?Other AddictionsBy Promises AustinApril 2, 2014One way to find out what’s going on with America’s youth is to keep an eye on popular YouTube videos. Like all social media, YouTube offers plenty of useful and beneficial data, as well as negative information. One of the topics being posted on the site is Kratom, a new drug totally unknown to the… Details
What are the Common Relapse Triggers in Addiction?Relapse PreventionBy Promises AustinApril 1, 2014When in recovery for a drug or alcohol addiction, the question of relapse is often not “if,” but “when?” Most addicts relapse at least once, and many do so multiple times. If you are supporting a recovering addict, understand that relapse is part of the deal. Don’t give up on your loved one just because… Details
Drug Addiction, Smoking Cessation Can Be Treated TogetherDrug Addiction InfoBy Promises AustinMarch 31, 2014With all of the health risks involved with cigarette smoking, doctors will almost always advise patients to get help quitting as soon as they possibly can. However, there has been concern among some treatment professionals that patients who try to quit smoking while in treatment for a co-morbid drug addiction will jeopardize their recovery from… Details
What is the Trauma of Having an Alcoholic Parent?Alcohol AbuseBy Promises AustinMarch 28, 2014If you’re an adult child of an alcoholic, you might describe your childhood as traumatic. Many such people do. But many don’t realize that their alcoholic parent’s behavior can continue to affect them as they grow into adulthood. In fact, that trauma can stick with you throughout your entire adult life. There’s even a name… Details
Study Analyzes Neuroenhancer Use in StudentsPrescription DrugsBy Promises AustinMarch 25, 2014Prescription drug abuse has dramatically increased over the past several decades. While some of the drugs are being used in an effort to get high, much of the misuse is due to students attempting to balance a demanding workload. Medications meant to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) sold under the names Ritalin and Adderall… Details
How to Talk to Children About Addiction in the FamilyFamily ResourcesBy Promises AustinMarch 24, 2014In families with a significant track record of substance addiction, parents face additional challenges when it comes to educating their children about drugs and alcohol. But by warning young people about their family history of addiction, is it possible to actually increase their risk of substance abuse? Many studies over the years have confirmed that… Details
