By Terri Spears, MS, LCAS Addiction impacts everyone, but no one more than the family and loved ones of someone who has addiction. FEAR is the strongest emotion present in the lives of family and loved ones, and it drives
Understanding the Recovery Process: A Guide for Families
By Drew Jamieson, PhD, LMFT, LCAS-A Families operate as a system. When everything is balanced and functioning well, members are respected, confident, and secure. When things get out of balance, emotions can run askew. What may seem like a minor issue
Find Help Friday: Fellowship Hall
Did you know that September is National Recovery Month? The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) sponsors this month in order to increase awareness and understanding of mental and substance use disorders and celebrate the people who recover
Families Under Stress: How Addiction Impacts the Family
By Christine Murray, HRI Director Every September, the US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) sponsors Recovery Month to raise awareness about the recovery process. Addiction and substance abuse not only affect the individual, but also their friends