How to Find a Sponsor
The sponsor sponsee relationship is one of the cornerstones of the 12 step program. Simply put, a sponsor is someone who has been where you currently are and has progressed further in their recovery. They are there to watch and learn from while you go through your 12 step program. They are there to listen to your experiences without judgment and offer their support as only someone who has been in your shoes before can. Their purpose is not to give advice or tell you what to do, rather tell you what they’ve done as they worked the program themselves.
How Addictive Behavior Leads to Pathological Lying
When you have an addictive behavior that is illegal or generally frowned upon by society like alcoholism, lying and deceit can become second nature. Addicted individuals don’t just lie to their loved ones; they also perpetually lie to themselves. Lying is actually such a common component of addictive behavior that many experts accept it as part of the addiction process as a whole. As a friend or a loved one of an addict, there are a number of considerations to be mindful of with regard to the pathological lying.
Anorexia and Addiction “Joined at the Hip”
Anorexia and addiction are common occurring dual diagnoses. Dual diagnosis occurs when someone has both a mental health disorder, as well as an alcohol or drug problem. These illnesses are referred to as co-occurring and have a track record of influencing the symptoms of one another greatly. Research suggests that up to 35 percent of […]
A Closer Look at Roxicodone Addiction
Roxicodone addiction is a growing problem in the United States today. Roxicodone is a highly addictive prescription opioid analgesic, essentially it is a narcotic pain reliever that works by affecting the central nervous system.
Eating Disorders and Addiction Share Many Similarities
Eating disorders are an important issue to address when dealing with addiction because of the many similarities between eating disorders and addiction, as well as the frequency in which eating disorders are dually diagnosed with addiction, especially amongst women. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): “An eating disorder is marked by extremes. […]
Counseling is a Key Component of Substance Abuse and Addiction Recovery
Addiction counseling is an area that we specialize in at Destination Hope so much so that we have our own school that teaches and certifies addiction counselors for other rehab centers. Addiction counseling is the most important treatment modality when helping an addict recover as it involves discovery of triggers, development of coping skills techniques, and relapse prevention skills. When looking for the right drug or alcohol rehab program, it is vitally important that you find one with licensed and experienced addiction counselors.