"I left a 20 sack of coke in the forest behind my house as a peace offering with the bats and when I went back to hunt for dinner, the bag was gone but the bloody wankers left a pile of bat droppings in my dime bag. That was when I decided that those ***** were not worth my apology. So I brought the dime bag of coke ... Read More
What Are Stimulants and Are They Addictive?
If you talk to any high school teenager or college student, there's a high chance they'll know someone taking Adderall. Or caffeine pills. Or other stimulants to help them get through the demands of the day and party at night. Stimulants are a popular choice for young people. Still, no matter how favored these drugs ... Read More
Repairing Relationships Broken by Addiction
For many people with substance abuse disorders, balancing addiction and relationships can lead to significant problems. When you have a close friend or family member fighting addiction, it can feel like they're fighting you and other loved ones. Addiction can alter people's behaviors and responses, motivating them to ... Read More
Rebuilding Trust Within Your Family After Rehab
Drug addiction takes away who a person is before they're even aware it's occurring. Piece by piece, each aspect of a person's life is neglected as the substance becomes a priority, often leading to relational issues between the user and their family members and friends. Users may begin to sneak around, lie often and ... Read More
Feeling Sorry for Yourself? Healthier Alternatives to Self-Pity
When feeling depressed or hopeless, you might find yourself wallowing in self-pity or otherwise becoming absorbed in your own struggles and hardships. Rather than being a fleeting observation of triumph over an obstacle, this self-pity sometimes turns into an all-consuming sort of grief or complaint. If it's left ... Read More
Facing Anxiety and Depression
Have you ever heard friends say they feel anxious about an upcoming event or depressed about a bad situation? These words are commonly used for temporary, fleeting emotions, but anxiety and depression disorders are anything but fleeting. Understanding Anxiety and Depression The National Institute of Mental Health ... Read More
Tom Petty’s Drug Use and What Took His Life
American guitarist and singer Tom Petty had a rock-star life. He toured the world and created unforgettable music. Earlier in his career, Tom Petty's drug use was well-known. He openly spoke about having a heroin addiction in the late '90s but then sought treatment and got sober. So it shocked the entire world when his ... Read More
Fatherhood’s Impact on Mental Health
Becoming a father is one of life's most transformative experiences, yet the impact of fatherhood on a man's mental health often remains in the shadows of parenting discussions. While much attention focuses on maternal mental health, fathers' mental health deserves equal consideration as men navigate the profound ... Read More
