Family Problem
Common Myths about Seeking Addiction Treatment
Monday, May 10th, 2010A prevailing myth in the addiction field is the belief that addicted individuals should be “cut off” from their families and that families can be detrimental to their recovery process. To most people’s astonishment, the family’s inherent resilience as well as their capacity and commitment to heal, regardless of the severity of the illness, can [...]
Dr. Oz’s Addiction Breaker
Friday, April 30th, 2010Bradd Lamm, author of the book, How to Change Someone You Love, takes issue with the confrontational style of interventions. He prefers a kinder, gentler approach that focuses on family, friends and love. Brad Lamm is known as “Dr. Oz’s interventionist” for his regular appearances on the Dr. Oz TV show. Lamm believes love is [...]
Drug Addiction
Monday, May 4th, 2009If you tell yourself something over and over again, eventually, you will believe it, inspite the entire universe telling you otherwise. In the drug and alcohol recovery business the word is Denial. Such a cliche’ word these days but doesn’t denial hit the nail on the head or perhaps “like father like son” “the apple [...]
Drug Addiction is a Family Affair
Monday, May 4th, 2009Ryan O’Neal’s son ordered to undergo drug rehab 3 days ago LOS ANGELES (AFP) — The son of actor Ryan O’Neal has been sentenced to pursue a strict drug rehabilitation program after a series of arrests for drug possession, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office said. Redmond O’Neal, 24, was ordered back to court [...]