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Healthy Ways to Help a Spouse Through Recovery
Addiction takes a heavy toll on relationships, especially within a marriage or long term partnership. It can be very overwhelming to try and repair your relationship and support recovery at the same t…
The History of Opioids
From the poppy fields of ancient Mesopotamia, to the pleasantly packaged version we now receive from the pharmacy, opioids have been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. The addictive p…
Reading the Best Books
One great way to avoid boredom, find fulfillment, and learn new things during recovery is by reading good books. You need to be careful which books you choose though, since you don't want to read anyt…
Having a Christlike View of Addiction
The vast majority (90%)of those struggling with addiction don't receive any treatment for their illness. One of the major barriers between addicts and treatment is the social stigmas surrounding the d…
Getting to Know Christ
A conference address from 1980 entitled "Willing to Receive" by Elder Marion D. Hanks provides some great insights into how we can get to know the Savior, and include His Atonement in our daily lives.…
The Healing Power of Nature
It's no coincidence that Renaissance Ranch is nestled at the foot of the beautiful mountains, with access to all kinds of recreational activities, and some breathtaking views. There's a healing power…
Opening the Lines of Communication
Addictive behaviors are so damaging to relationships, and a lot of your recovery work will be focused on repairing your support system. Establishing healthy communication habits is the foundation of a…
Thinking Like an Addict
Addiction is a disease of the mind, and it affects the way a person processes information and approaches problems. Understanding addictive patterns of thinking is an important part of addiction recove…
Prescription Drug Abuse —-> Heroin
A gateway drug is one that attracts first time users, and introduces them into the culture of substance abuse. These drugs are usually viewed as "safe" by the user, but eventually lead to more serious…
Media Messages Regarding Alcohol
Alcohol addiction is the most common type of addiction in our country, and more people fall victim to it every single day. In a culture where alcohol abuse is viewed as acceptable, and even fun, it's…
What's Fueling the Prescription Addiction Epidemic?
In the United States, more than 15 million people abuse prescription drugs. This is more than the number of cocaine, hallucinogen, heroin, and inhalant abusers combined. The number of prescription dru…
Hope and Peace in Recovery
I came across an article from 2008, written by a therapist from LDS Family Services, Michael D. Gardner, entitled Hope, Healing and Dealing with Addiction. He outlines the importance of maintaining a…
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