Young adults will all make mistakes as they find their footing on the path to adulthood, and part of a parent’s job is to let them make mistakes while offering advice and providing guidance. But when young adults make the mistake of using drugs and alcohol, just...
An intervention is a necessary step in the decision-making process for some men and women who need treatment for substance use disorder. When used, an intervention can provide a way for family members to encourage a loved one to seek help. A successful intervention...
How do you know when your partner or spouse needs help for addiction? You may notice they are drinking a lot more than they used to drink. Maybe you notice they are running out of pain medications or anxiety prescriptions too soon. These situations may indicate an...
Is your child, friend, or spouse using heroin? Heroin is an opioid drug made using morphine, which comes from the opium poppy plant. Heroin is typically white or brown color and is generally used in a powder form. People inject, smoke, or snort it. Sometimes heroin is...
An intervention is a big step. It’s one of the most powerful tools you have when someone in your life is using drugs or alcohol. Whether you’ve hired a professional interventionist or are planning to stage your own intervention, it’s important to be focused and...
When Trust Is Broken Are you tired of the lies and empty promises? I’m going to quit drinking Monday – I just need one more weekend. I promise I will not buy any drugs with this money. I need to pay my rent. The broken promises of a person with an addiction are...
