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Addiction is a long-term battle. We can spend our entire lives wrestling with the anxiety or depression that the specter of addiction can cast over us. A lot of people,…

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Seeking Help and Holding Yourself Accountable

byCarolyn Scott-Hamilton
Posted on May 13, 2018May 14, 2018

Life has its ups and downs, but overall it is what we make of it. Being positive and striving to better yourself every day will go far, but if you…

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Do’s and Don’ts of Helping an Addict in Your Life

byCarolyn Scott-Hamilton
Posted on August 21, 2017August 23, 2017

In a previous article, we talked about some of the first steps you can take to help a family member who is suffering from a drug addiction. The steps can…

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The First Steps to Dealing with an Addict in Your Life

byCarolyn Scott-Hamilton
Posted on August 20, 2017August 23, 2017

It is saddening to see the number of drug addiction cases increasing at such a rapid rate. It is happening not only in the United States but in other parts…

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Life After Detox Means Relearning These Critical Life Skills

byCarolyn Scott-Hamilton
Posted on February 26, 2017February 26, 2017

Drug addiction is a horrendous thing for everyone involved. And there are always a lot of people involved. It is never just the one suffering from the addiction. It is…

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Relationship Corner

6 Ways an Addiction to Porn Can Destroy a Relationship

byCarolyn Scott-Hamilton
Posted on February 1, 2017August 16, 2017

While some people don’t see the big deal with browsing, looking at, or watching porn, if you’re in a committed long-term relationship it can have an impact. Sexual addiction and…

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Holiday Survival Guide for Those With Addiction Problems

byCarolyn Scott-Hamilton
Posted on December 12, 2016December 15, 2016

For many of us, the holidays mean parties and getting together with loved ones. For others, separated from friends and families, the holidays mean loneliness. Either way, they’re full of…

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The Importance of Individual Solutions for Individual Challenges

byCarolyn Scott-Hamilton
Posted on November 28, 2016November 22, 2016

One size really does fit all, just as long as the only fit you want is a bad fit. There are some situations in life that will accommodate all comers.…

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Alcohol Detox

byCarolyn Scott-Hamilton
Posted on September 19, 2016September 26, 2016

For the person who has completed an alcohol detox program, getting back to work might be the most enduring part of their recovery. Alcohol addiction takes a toll on a…

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Education, Experience, and Empathy: Professionalism and Dealing with Addiction

byCarolyn Scott-Hamilton
Posted on January 8, 2016November 7, 2016

Addiction is a multifaceted illness that if not treated can wreak havoc on the lives of the addicts and their families. Rehab programs are created as a means to address…

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