Three Ways to Identify Addiction
Identifying the Issue: Three Signs Commonly Found in Substance Use and Addiction Addiction can happen to anyone. A next door neighbor, best friend’s son, cousin, or even mom and dad. Addiction knows no boundaries; it sees no race, gender, geography or economic status. Becoming addicted doesn’t always start with wandering ...
Why Addiction Needs to be Brought Out from Under the Rug
There are many misperceptions in our society about people experiencing an alcohol or drug problem. They're called addicts, even failures. They are weak, lazy and have no self-control. They are homeless. They are worthless. They can’t be trusted. Would you be able to admit to yourself or to others that ...
Multiple Pathways Exist to Support Long-Term Recovery
For most individuals suffering from addiction, recovery is a lifelong process. Addiction is a chronic disease and relapse is an ever-present threat. Some individuals find that it’s helpful to access multiple pathways when it comes to supporting their sobriety. Frequently, integrating health and wellness activities into addiction treatment can have ...
A Father’s Letter: What I’ve Learned at Learn to Cope
Learn to Cope is a non-profit support network funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health that offers education, resources, peer support and hope for parents and family members coping with a loved one’s addiction to opiates or other drugs. Founded by Joanne Peterson in 2004, the organization has become ...
