12 step programs

Heroin: Deadly Fentanyl-Laced Drug Found in Rockland

...  and Sullivan urged people to pressure heroin users to get help through substance abuse centers such as the Rockland Council on Alcoholism & Other Drug Dependence Inc. Sullivan said Narcan saves lives, but police need to step up enforcement … Read more on The Journal News | LoHud.com There is addiction alternative As a member of the Board at SENHS(an outstanding drug and alcohol rehabilitation center)I see the disease of addiction, and its successful treatment regularly. 12 Step programs work for millions, helping people find and maintain a clean and sober way … Read more on Foster’s Daily Democrat Read ...

Physical Rehab Center: Treating Physical and Mental Dependency With Non 12 Step Rehab

...  traditional 12 step rehabilitation program was pioneered in the early 1930’s by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and was followed later by Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and other similar 12 step programs. The basic premise of these programs is that addiction is a disease that the individual must struggle with for the rest of his life. The main treatment tool of these programs relies on counseling through peer support in both group counseling settings and one on one mentorship or sponsorship support. Some people are able to rehabilitate through this process but most people find themselves falling back into the same addictive habits. Why? Because they haven’t treated the ...

Health Briefs for Jan. 22, 2014

...  Silver Cross Birthing Center's certified lactation consultants host this free group from 10:30 a.m. to noon for English-speaking mothers and 12:30 to 2 p.m. for Spanish-speaking mothers on Friday in the Silver Cross … Read more on SouthtownStar Drug Addiction, Prescription Addiction, and Alcoholism: A New Understanding The doctor said I had anxiety, later he said I was depressed, and then he declared that I had Bipolar Disorder. I found myself in treatment for alcoholism discovering 12 step programs. Recovery of … I have taught in colleges and wellness centers. As … Read more on GroundReport Read ...

Saint Jude Retreats Announces Radio Interview With Attorney Adam Rosenblum

...  Jude Retreats Announces Radio Interview with Attorney Adam Rosenblum About Saint Jude Retreats: Saint Jude Retreats offers an alternative to the traditional 12 step programs like AA, as well as traditional rehabs and treatment centers. Saint Jude Retreats is a non-profit organization that helps individuals change and … Read more on PR Web (press release) New Orleans City Council District D candidates stress role of economic … "As a professional social worker, I developed, with Judge Jerry Hanson, the first drug treatment court in both the juvenile and criminal courts in New Orleans," he said. "I also helped develop the ...

Prep Roundup: Leaupepe Twins Lift Camarillo Girls Basketball Team to Coaches

...  Leaupepe added 21 points, 18 rebounds and six steals to receive all-tournament honors for Camarillo (12-2), which built its lead to 20 in the fourth quarter against Enterprise (10-1), which had knocked off Archbishop Mitty 62-59 in Monday's … Read more on Los Angeles Daily News Religion in the news in 2013 By all accounts Living Word Christian Center has been a success. Since coming to Forest Park over twenty years ago, Pastor Bill Winston's congregation has grown, … 12 step programs. Filling the spiritual vacuum for many are 12 Step Programs like … Read more on Forest Park Review Read ...

What Is the BEST Drug Rehabilitation Clinic for My Husband to Go To?

...  by Mary From Wyoming: what is the BEST drug rehabilitation clinic for my husband to go to? My husband has been struggling with a drug problem for about 2 years. He was addicted to cocaine and eventually starting mixing it with Heroine. Now he is Finally ready for help but he wants to keep it confidential and he is looking for an alternative to 12 step programs and an alternative to narconon. We are atheists and would prefer a NON religious drug treatment center. can anyone tell us where to get more information about this? Thank you for your time. Read ...

What’s Your Opinion on “Once an Alcoholic, Always an Alcoholic?” Do You Think the Disease Model…?

by Nemo’s great uncle Question by Christina: What’s your opinion on “once an alcoholic, always an alcoholic?” Do you think the disease model…? Do you think the disease model of alcoholism has merit? Do you think it’s possible for someone once considered an “alcoholic” to ever drink in a more acceptable way? Like a *normal person*? Best answer: Answer by ??????? M?? ¡? ? w¡th ?? M?.?????I love alcohol and actually have a hangover today Answer by The Blunt Ugly TruthAlcolholism is NOT a disease. Anyone who thinks alcoholism is a disease is an idiot. Read more... ...