by Dana Hinders | Mar 28, 2025 | Drug Addiction
Addiction is characterized by denial. People who are struggling with a substance use disorder will often make excuses to justify their behavior. Unfortunately, these psychological defense mechanisms keep you stuck in a holding pattern. When you’re unable to...
by Dana Hinders | Jan 28, 2025 | Addiction, Recovery
When Your Loved One Is Fighting Addiction, They Need Less Judgment and More CompassionAddiction isn’t a moral failing. When someone you love is struggling with drug or alcohol abuse, they need your support and encouragement, not your judgment. What you say and...
by Dana Hinders | Jan 24, 2025 | Addiction, Drug Addiction
Vicodin addiction is more common than many people believe, and this form of substance abuse often begins with a legitimate prescription. About VicodinVicodin is the brand name for a prescription opioid painkiller that combines acetaminophen and hydrocodone. It can be...
by Dana Hinders | Nov 8, 2024 | Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Treatment
Opiate addiction occurs when prolonged opiate use damages the sensory nerves and the brain—causing cells to stop producing mood-boosting endorphins. Someone who is addicted to opiates then becomes physically and psychologically dependent on the drug. Opiates vs....
by Dana Hinders | Aug 23, 2024 | Addiction, Drug Treatment
Parenting can be challenging at times, and if you are recovering from an addiction, it can feel even more overwhelming. However, your commitment to recovery is already a significant step towards becoming a better parent. Addiction may have affected your parenting in...
