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Alcoholism: Diagnosis of the Week
Alcoholism is considered a disease where an inherited gene makes an individual more prone to alcohol addiction. Physical diseases are generally treated with medical interventions like surgery,...
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Addiction: Four Stages of Substance Abuse
The threat of possibly becoming addicted to alcohol or drugs affects the life of people both rich and poor and from every walk of life. Addiction can be life threatening and destructive no matter how...
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Changing Behaviors Using Psychology
Making a lasting behavioral change is not an easy task. It is a challenge that requires a strong commitment of time and effort. One of the main steps to changing a behavior is to set goals. This...
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Is Alcoholism Genetic?
Alcoholism is a common disorder. In the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, there is no indication that founders Bill W. and Doctor Bob had alcoholic parents who contributed to their alcoholism. The...
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Addicted to Facebook? Learn to Break the Habit
Life is hard. It is filled with daily challenges, boredom, and family drama. There are many ways, both healthy and unhealthy, to handle the stresses of life. Common ways to temporarily escape these...
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Sexual Addiction Disorder: Diagnosis of the Week
Sexual Addiction Disorder is a psychological disorder that causes people to engage in dangerous sexual activity and think about sexual activity to the point where it becomes disruptive and detrimental...
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Dark Side of Social Media: Addiction, Lies and Danger
Social media has become an integral part of life for many people around the world. The “always on” nature of this form of entertainment and communication enables many to be able to talk to people no...
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How to Stay Sober After Recovering from Alcohol Addiction
Alcohol addiction and abuse are both serious problems in the United States. Consider the findings of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA): of the 63 percent of the adult U.S....
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Working in Substance Abuse Counseling
Substance abuse counseling is a rewarding career for anyone who wants to help people who are battling addiction to drugs or alcohol. Counselors find work in therapeutic facilities, hospitals, prisons...
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Counseling Psychology: Helping People with Substance Abuse
Many forms of counseling are available for people dealing with substance abuse. Counseling psychologists are specifically trained to help people function in all aspects of their emotional, vocational...
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