A Shout Out to New Horizons in Hawaii
by Tom Horvath, Ph.D., ABPP When I began specializing in addiction treatment in 1985 I affiliated with the New Horizons outpatient network of providers. To my knowledge none of the original providers (nearly two dozen at one point) are still in practice. However, one newer practitioner works in Hawaii. Mark Turansky became involved some years […]
Craving Happens, But You Choose Your Response
From Page 148 of “Sex, Drugs, Gambling & Chocolate: A Workbook for Overcoming Addictions,” by Dr. Tom Horvath, Ph.D., ABPP The occurrence of craving itself is beyond your control. There is no single act that can with certainty eradicate all future craving. There are steps that can influence its occurrence… but ultimately craving will show […]
Being Grateful for the Little Things
We’ve all had them – those moments of not feeling like we have enough. For some of us, it’s an incessant drive to always have more – to keep up with the neighbors or our friends and make more money, have the best car, acquire the most toys, wear the nicest clothes, have the greatest job… and the list goes on. But […]
How to Help a Loved One Who Drinks Too Much
By Tom Horvath, Ph.D., ABPP Does your loved one drink too much during the holidays? Or at any time for that matter? What’s the best way to respond? Here are some general guidelines for navigating this challenging time. Every person and situation is different, so these guidelines are just a beginning. Let’s start with what […]
Braves’ Tommy Hanson: Suspected Overdose
29-Year-old former Braves pitcher, Tommy Hanson, was found unresponsive by tattoo artist Brandon Bond at a friend’s home in Newnan, Georgia on Sunday. Hanson was taken to the hospital where he remained in a coma until his passing on November 9, 2015. While the death is still under investigation overdose is suspected, as mentioned in […]
Drinking More During Fall and Winter Months
Do you drink more alcohol in the fall and winter months? Determine whether the increased drinking is a problem and what you can do if it is.
3 Facts About Urges You Really Need to Know
Urges (cravings) are a normal and expected part of quitting an addictive substance or behavior. These 3 facts can help you deal with urges when they strike.
5 Ideas for an Awesome Sober Halloween
With Halloween kicking off the official holiday season, some of us in recovery (especially newbies) are faced with figuring out how to spend the holidays sober. Celebrating without drugs and alcohol can actually enhance the season, rather than make you feel like you’re missing out. Here are 5 ways to get your holiday season off […]
Recognizing Your “Using and…” Connections
Whether it’s drinking again, using drugs or overeating, people often slip and return to their old ways when they have stressful or emotional situations going on in their lives.
Lamar Odom Overdose
For each celebrity who overdoses in the national spotlight, the are many more individuals who quietly suffer the devastating aftermath of drug overdose.