Movie Review: Flight
Flight is a great movie that received excellent reviews. In this action-packed mystery thriller released in 2012, Denzel Washington gave a captivating performance as an alcoholic and drug addict pilot. What was this movie actually about? There were rumors floating... Learn More5 Ways to Avoid Triggers
A trigger is anything that brings back thoughts, feelings, and memories that have to do with drug use. Often referred to as “people, places, and things” because the typical triggers usually fall into one of these categories, triggers are objects,... Learn More5 Ways to Deal with Social Anxiety in Recovery
Social anxiety is the fear of social situations and the interaction with other people that can automatically bring on feelings of self-consciousness, judgment, evaluation, and inferiority. This is an issue I deal with myself in my recovery. It can be... Learn MoreAsk Alkie
I am the parent of a 23 year old who is in early recovery (she has about 3 months clean). With Thanksgiving approaching, my husband and I are looking forward to our daughter coming home for the holiday – she... Learn MoreDrug Treatment in Cape May County
If you have ever had the thought: maybe I need to “cut back on my use” – whether it’s drinking, drugging, or both, and you have considered getting help – this is a good indication that you probably should get... Learn MoreAsk Alkie
I came down for treatment but I have to get back to my hometown because my daughter needs me. I’m gonna do detox and then inpatient. My question is when’s the soonest I can go back? -Phil I’ve heard... Learn MoreIn the News: Mischa Barton Opens Up About Her ‘full-on breakdown’
[caption id="attachment_11152" align="aligncenter" width="426"] www.wifflegif.com[/caption] Life after "The O.C." has been rocky, to say the least, for Mischa Barton. Ten years ago, Mischa Barton was the hottest starlet on television. Then came partying, drugs, and a terrifying trip to the... Learn MoreMaintaining Your Sobriety Through the Holidays
The Holiday season, you know that sometimes dicey span of time that begins with Thanksgiving (and for some as early as Halloween) then encompasses Christmas and finally grinds to a halt right around New Year's Day, yeah that…that can be... Learn MoreIn the News: Rock Legend Lou Reed Dies at 71
[caption id="attachment_11158" align="aligncenter" width="429"] www.wifflegif.com[/caption] Glamorizing drug abuse has almost become a badge of honor for rock stars — but few have done so with such cynical abandon as Lou Reed, the hard-living singer who died yesterday aged 71. His... Learn MoreMy Definition of Recovery
One aspect of my job is that I get to run a Detox group once every week. And I often talk about this very topic: recovery and what it means to me. I always make sure to make clear a... Learn MoreOpinion: Is it OK to take antidepressants in sobriety?
Within the culture of the 12 Step program, you will hear this often said: No mood or mind-altering drug. I can see how some might say antidepressants qualify as mood-altering; confusing these mood-stabilizing drugs as somehow mood-altering. But that is... Learn MoreJust Another Day: Staying Sober on Halloween
Just because you’re sober doesn’t mean you have to be lame. I’m willing to bet that you are much more fun, interesting, and outgoing now that you’re not addicted to alcohol and other drugs. That’s been my experience, at least.... Learn More
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