I don’t believe in God, and am an alcoholic who would like to quit?
Question by kitkatz70: I don’t believe in God, and am an alcoholic who would like to quit?
Everyone always says AA meetings etc. They mean nothing to me because I don’t believe in God. I was in rehab for 3 months and that is all they preach out of too,… Continue reading
Police arrest eight in downtown drug raid
Police arrest eight in downtown drug raid
Police also said they recovered a large quantity of drugs, including various prescription pills, cocaine, crystal meth, heroin and marijuana. They also located a Taser-type weapon and seized an undisclosed amount of cash. During the search, an eighth … Read more on Hamilton… Continue reading
What is relapse? When can it occur, and how long after “recovery”?
Question by Shen: What is relapse? When can it occur, and how long after “recovery”?
I am just wondering… sometimes when life gets stressful and overwhelming, I am tempted to retreat to some of my past addictions (alcohol, anorexia, cutting) and occasionally do so. I make the excuse that it’s… Continue reading
Alternatives to 12-step programs?
Question by PortWine: Alternatives to 12-step programs?
I believe I suffer from too much stress and not a good enough management system for the stress I have, and that alcohol abuse is one of many symptoms.
I’ve been binge drinking (5-6 drinks) about every 10 days for the last 3… Continue reading
How long is a former heroin addict meant to be on methadone before being completely weaned off?
Question by sixnylonstrings♪♪: How long is a former heroin addict meant to be on methadone before being completely weaned off?
My dad is on methadone and I am worried that he doesn’t actually want to get off it as it is cheap and apparently “helping” him.
o.O
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Heroin Addiction & the Social Stigma of Rehab
Heroin Addiction & the Social Stigma of Rehab
He outlines how treatment can look for different types of people from long-term psychological care to rehabilitation through halfway houses, but notes that regardless of the path to recovery, the process is difficult for all former addicts. “This is a … Read… Continue reading