The addicted mind has one mission – feed the need. Satisfying this requirement involves many behaviors – denial, deception, manipulation, and survival. The easiest resources in this relentless quest to feed the need are those who love and trust them most—family and friends. Those who have a close relationship with someone with an addiction, often are […]
Relating to the issue of increased substance abuse and addiction in our communities, the question was asked, “What do you think your community needs to implement to address demand?” My response… Engaged and involved parents of adolescent children willing to learn about addiction, trauma, and what their children are experiencing as they pass thru this […]
Reflecting on the realities that Addiction corrupts the mind, resulting in choices which rarely, if ever, make sense. 100Pedals blog: You can’t make sense out of nonsense Check out this episode!
Based on the events of the past few months and my experiences over the past eight years, I have finally reached the point where I needed to say something our system for dealing with addiction. While I did my best to keep it constructive, I wanted to make certain it shares my complete and utter […]
I have had many conversations with parents struggling to understand the choices their addicted child makes. The common thread in these conversations begins with declaration of exasperation, “I just don’t understand, how could they…? The answer to this question is simple: You can’t make sense out of nonsense. What we see as normal, appropriate, responsible, […]
