These TV shows about addiction show the realities of struggling with a substance use disorder seen from different perspectives. A must watch for anyone.
What Addiction is: A primary, chronic, disease with genetic, psychosocial, and environmental factors influencing its development and manifestations, often progressive and fatal. It is characterized by continuous or periodic impaired control over use, preoccupation with use, use despite adverse consequences, and distortions in thinking – most notably denial. Addiction is not a symptom of an
This list of satirical illustrations highlights some of the biggest problems with technology addiction. Which one has the most vital message? Vote on your favorite, or if we've missed an image that you think should be on this list, upload it below!
Find out how methamphetamine affects the body and mind. If you use meth, there are studies showing that common supplements can help quit.
These photos, posed by models, are part of a project by a Bournemouth student 'to explore the superficial judgement of the same person before and after drug abuse'.
An addiction holder is a headmate who holds addictions for the system. This can include nicotine addiction, drug addiction, alcoholism, sex addiction, gambling addiction, and any other addictions/dependencies. The headmate can also hold withdrawal symptoms or other symptoms of addiction (mood swings, depression, paranoia, etc.)
These photos, posed by models, are part of a project by a Bournemouth student 'to explore the superficial judgement of the same person before and after drug abuse'.
Banksy, the U.K. street artist who doesn't shy from making commentary on social and technology issues with his graffiti street art, published a new sketch
These photos, posed by models, are part of a project by a Bournemouth student 'to explore the superficial judgement of the same person before and afte...
Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACoA) are exposed to often frequent and repetitive trauma. This frequently results in developing negative coping mechanisms, which can range from violence to drug use to hiding emotions.
BEFORE and after photos show the face of America’s addiction crisis and the incredible transformations by some of its ex-drug and alcohols users. Former addicts have been sharing the images o…
The Lord almost always deals with those in habitual sexual sin through a gradual, well-organized process of transforming the man into a new creation. Just as it has usually taken a man years to entangle himself into such a spiritual mess, it will take some time for him to work his way out o
Kevin Alter created "The Addict's Diary" so that people would have a place online to share their failures, successes, and lessons they have learned throughout their path to recovery from addiction. Empowering people to speak up, the platform allows those affected by substance abuse to spread their story, offering a sense of catharsis and community while informing the unaware of the gruesome realities of this epidemic.
Recovering from addiction is a process. This article will teach you about addiction, facts related to it, and stages of recovery.
Lately, TV is being compared to mind-altering substances, but mind-altering substances are just fine in moderation, arent they?
Recovering from addiction is a process. This article will teach you about addiction, facts related to it, and stages of recovery.
Has technology gone too far? one look at these satirical illustrations and you’ll be asking yourself just that. Art has long been a way of ... Continue Reading »
These photos, posed by models, are part of a project by a Bournemouth student 'to explore the superficial judgement of the same person before and after drug abuse'.
Tens of millions of people around the world have become totally addicted to porn. And science now shows that our brain changes when we constantly use something to get high— be it drugs or watching …
In this short video you will get some tips on how to take care of yourself when you love an alcoholic or addict. Learning how to detach with love and set boundaries can improve the quality of your relationships.
Giving up your vices and guilty pleasures can lead to a happier and healthier life that’s full of purpose. Even though you might not see the changes day-to-day when you give up drinking alcohol, they’re very apparent to others.
The GIFs of 13 addicts are part of a project titled Faces of Addiction, which has been put together by Rehabs.com - an organization dedicated to raising awareness of substance abuse.
Phencyclidine or PCP is a recreational drug, known for its dissociative, hallucinogenic, and euphoric effects. PCP is most popular in party and club scenes.
Addiction alters brain activity, leading to personality changes. Find out the different ways addiction can affect you and what you can do to reclaim your life.
This book can change your life. I wrote it to help others avoid the pain and misery caused by addiction and relapse that I lived through until I finally learned how to recover. I will help you understand addiction and show you the road to recovery. Once you read my story and see what I went through because of my addiction to drugs and alcohol, and then see how I was able to recover from it and remain clean and sober, then you will see that you can do it, too. This book will show you how. Addiction to drugs and alcohol can have devastating effects on life, family, and relationships, and in many cases leads to incarceration or death. If you have family or friends that are having problems with drugs and alcohol, then this book will help you understand them and what they are going through so you can better formulate a plan to help them get treatment so they can start to recover and get their life back.
Treatment 4 Addiction, an online recovery resource directory, released a series of powerful and terrifying infographics that show just how many years of one’s life an addiction to a various substances can cost.
Helping a friend who is struggling w/ addiction is never easy. Here are some ways to begin the process of getting them the treatment they need.
Cartoons that illustrate how smartphones and social media own people.
A Day In The Life Of An Addict or Alcoholic Do we really understand addiction? Do we know exactly what it is and why it’s a problem… or should I say epidemic… in our nation right now? We define addiction, and we understand it in clinical terms and base our knowledge and understanding on what we see, read, or hear in the media. Perhaps we have an addict in our life and if so we most assuredly understand addiction in a different way… a more personal way. However, how many of us truly understand...
Slips, falls and relapse are usually facts of life in the recovery process. Knowing the 8 stages of addict relapse and what to do is mega important for all
Living with an addict is hard. Learn more about spousal addiction, the effect it has on family, and how to help your loved one seek treatment.
Charge: Possession of cocaine.
Addiction changes people’s lives forever. But behind the stories of substance abuse are also those who managed to break out of it and see the brighter side of things. Whatever the reason for turning to drugs or alcohol was in the first place, the most important thing is that they found the courage and strength to turn their lives around.
No one who tries drugs or alcohol intends to develop a substance abuse problem. Those who become addicted often don't recognize the signs.
Many people who struggle with addiction have more than one thing they're addicted to. Substances, gambling, nicotine, pornography, spending. These multiple addictions are also referred to as "co-occurring addictions" or "cross addictions". And they must be addressed for anyone wh
Modern technologies have definitely benefited our lives - from medical care to work efficiency, communication to space exploration, offering solutions to our world problems. And we just couldn't imagine our lives without it any longer. But with great benefits come many disadvantages. With the rise of the Internet, smartphones, and other similar devices, we are permanently connected to the cyberspace, whether we like it or not. And though it has made our lives more comfortable and entertaining, it has also made us dependable on modern technology and social media. Being online all time is not only possible, but it is also the de facto state for many.
The death of conversation.
An addiction to sugar wreaks havoc physically and mentally. Find out how to overcome an addiction to sugar with the three-pronged approach!
In this short video you will get some tips on how to take care of yourself when you love an alcoholic or addict. Learning how to detach with love and set boundaries can improve the quality of your relationships.
These photos, posed by models, are part of a project by a Bournemouth student 'to explore the superficial judgement of the same person before and after drug abuse'.
