Technology Addiction and the Rising Risks

  If you’re reading this, then you’re in the age of technology, with the many benefits it brings we are blessed. But also I hope to shed light on the research and hopefully we can warn you of the risks and how to help your child or yourself. According...

How to Tell if a Habit has Become an Addiction

  The word addiction gets through around a lot in our lives. From the media, to pop culture, to psychology. Sometimes people might not know exactly what they mean by addiction. How do you tell the difference between a nail-biting habit, and something that’s...

Why Recovery Groups?

Addiction is a topic of concern around our country; it is estimated that over 30 million Americans struggle with various addictions including drug, alcohol, gambling and sex addiction. Joining a recovery group can be one of the most important and effective ways...

Understanding the Terms of Addiction

Addiction is often seen in numerous ways in a family system.  When one person is effected by the use of addictive traits, whether substance use or behaviors, others around them are also effected.  The effects are often due to secrecy, shame, guilt, not...

Substance Abuse, Dependence & Addiction

People tend to use the words Addiction and Dependence interchangeably, most people have their own idea of what it means to be an “addict”, but many do not realize there can be a dependence on a substance that can lead to an addiction. There are some fine...