Overcoming Addiction

In our own ways, we are all familiar with that small, still voice within that can guide and direct us in times of need, though it often seems that when we need it most, it is nearly impossible to hear. Advice from Within is an advice column dedicated to sharing that small, still voice with others in their times of need. The guidance offers new perspectives on old problems and open up fresh possibilities and resolutions. No topic is off limits. Today's article focuses on overcoming addiction.

Compulsive Gambler's Guilt Affects Their Gambling Addiction Recovery

When a compulsive gambler is in recovery, feeling guilty is one of the toughest areas to resolve for some people. When a gambler finally makes the conscious decision to stop gambling, reality sets in for the first time in a long time.

Seeking Help On Compulsive Gambling Addiction Through Emails

Over the past year I have received a significant number of emails seeking help in their battle against compulsive gambling addiction. My goal was to help others who were going through what I went through. I have read every email received from around the world.

Finding Rehab for Family Members

When a family member needs drug or alcohol treatment, you need answers. This article will help you to understand what to look for in a treatment setting for a loved one and what separates quality treatment from that which is just average.

Alcohol Addiction and Obesity

Pure alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. Endocrine disorders, hypothalamus dysfunction and pineal gland tumors can cause obesity.

Gambling Addiction 101

A lot many of us know something or the other about gambling, must have at some point or the other have indulged in it in some or the other form. A trip to Las Vegas takes us right into the heart of the matter although the start might be as simple as a game of poker with friends while waiting for the school bus.

Another Life Claimed By Gambling Addiction

September 7, 2005 the police were called to a home in small country town because a woman was found dead. The first reports revealed she was murdered. After a short investigation they realized she had taken her own life. It was a sad day for the family and friends.

Sexual Addiction

Sex addiction is one of the least talked about and least understood of all addictions. This is mainly because of our society's unwillingness to take a honest look at sexuality. However recently a more clearer understanding of sex addictions is being reached.

Pain Patients not Likely to Develop Opioid Addictions

The difference between Addiction and Dependency- treating chronic pain patients is a challenge as both Doctors and Patients need to be educated in the disease of Chronic Pain.

A Look At Cocaine Addiction Treatment

Treatment for cocaine addiction is of the utmost importance for anyone suffering from cocaine addiction. Cocaine addiction treatment is often the only way someone suffering from cocaine addiction can overcome his dependency on cocaine. It is a very addictive drug and difficult to shake off on your own.

Some Thoughts on Alcohol Addiction

The textbook definition of alcohol addiction, also referred to as alcoholism, is the dependence on alcohol. The consumption of which is marked by obsession and compulsion and adversely affects behavior and social or work functions. It produces withdrawal symptoms when intake is stopped or greatly reduced. However, if you are an alcoholic or a person directly involved with a person with an alcohol addiction, you know that it is more to alcoholism then the textbook definition.

Rehab: Find Treatment Now!

Rehabilitation (“rehab”) is a carefully formulated program of treatment to restore normal functionality to severely disabled individuals. Drug addiction is one of the most widespread disabilities, and this article provides a starting point for persons trapped in this difficult situation and wanting to get out of it.

Rarely, This Happens, You Blue Mooner!

Have you ever asked yourself what separates the good ones from the ones that go nowhere? It's alot smaller than you think, come on inside and see!

Drug Addiction - Information on Cocaine and Crack Cocaine

Cocaine: The glamour drug, the expensive 'rich mans drug'. Crack cocaine: The cheap and highly addictive cocaine/baking soda derivative, drug of choice for the homeless and poverty stricken. Cocaine, in powder form is inhaled via the nostril or is made soluble and injected into the bloodstream. Sometimes it is even mixed with heroin prior to injecting, which is known as snowballing. This is a practice which leads to more fatalities than simple heroin use. Crack cocaine is smoked and due to its low cost and the instant high experienced, it soon becomes highly addictive.

Internet Obsession

How to tell when you have an internet obsession.