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Help Others, Help Myself.

You have tried to help a loved one who is abusing alcohol, drugs or gambling, and you are beginning to feeling frustrated, confused and hopeless? It seems that no matter how hard you try, things are not getting any better; on the contrary things seem to get worse, or even spiral out of control. Your […]

Living With an Addict

Addiction is a devastating disease that affects not just the addict, but the loved ones as well. It is a painful experience that can have long-lasting emotional, behavioral and financial consequences.  Here are some tips for living and dealing with a person who’s addicted to drugs: Take care of yourself. Dealing with a drug addict […]

Unhealthy Families

During active addiction, the family members may take on a variety of “survival roles.” These roles help them cope with situations within the family, but in the long run often prevent people from interacting with others in healthy ways. The following are some common survival roles: The Enabler: This person is usually the closest to […]

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