Gambling: Fun & Games or Dangerous Addiction?
How do you know if your gambling is becoming a problem? Here are 7 signs that might signify a gambling addiction. Learn to recognize the signs and get help.
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Journey Drummer Deen Castronovo
Journey drummer, Deen Castronovo was issued a sentence Monday of 4 years probation and mandatory counseling for domestic violence and drug abuse.
Drunk Driver Streams Live Video of Herself Driving Drunk on Periscope
“I’m Drunk.” 23-year-old drunk driver, Whitney Beal, live streams video of herself on Periscope before being pulled over and charged with DUI.
Is Binge Drinking a Problem for You?
by Devon Berkheiser, Psy.D. Many people see binge drinking as a harmless activity…a good way to relax on the weekend after a stressful week, or a way to celebrate a special occasion. In some settings, such as on a college campus, binge drinking is considered by many to be the norm. However, binge drinking can […]
JCAHO Certification Press Release
PRACTICAL RECOVERY AWARDED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE ACCREDITATION FROM THE JOINT COMMISSION (San Diego – 9/21/2015) Practical Recovery today announced that it has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Behavioral Health Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal of Approval® is a symbol of quality that reflects […]
The New SEATA Site
The SEATA site is poised to become the leading resource for finding harm reduction and self-empowering US addiction treatment and recovery services. “Self-empowerment” is used to contrast the approach with powerlessness-based services. As Step 1 of Alcoholics Anonymous states, “We admitted we were powerless.” A SEATA provider will work to enhance the client’s capacity for […]
Addictive Behavior Unites Us
Addictive behavior, craving and stopping unite us. If we can accept this perspective, then we might have more compassion for those whose addictive behavior is more substantial than our own.