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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, usually referred to as PTSD affects many people throughout the world, for a variety of reasons. A person suffering from PTSD and addiction has usually either witnessed something violent, engaged in warfare, or been the victim of some sort of assault.  This disorder is by no means limited to the above...Read More

Does a DUI equal a drinking problem is the million dollar question, and the answer is that it really depends on the individual circumstance. Ask one person, and they’ll say “Absolutely!” Ask another and you might get a full debate on your hands. So why is this question so debatable? And why is it different...Read More

Dual diagnosis is the term used to identify when an individual is suffering from a mood or mental disorder while simultaneously struggling with an addiction. Historically, mental health conditions and addiction have been treated separately. Dual diagnosis is necessary because these two issues usually occur in tandem. Studies have consistently shown that being diagnosed with...Read More

Testimonial on Overcoming Drug Addiction: Is overcoming drug addiction possible? I thought it was, but I didn’t know anything. I spent so much time our time lecturing, begging, pleading, crying, and threatening my boyfriend to stop his drug use. After a rough patch that included a DUI, my prayer was finally answered and he went...Read More

The term “social” can be described as seeking or enjoying the companionship of others; friendly, gregarious. Unfortunately, nothing could be more further from the truth as it relates to the use of drugs. Social acceptance of drug use is a very serious problem in our society. Reality television sensationalism and the detachment of reality in...Read More

Social Media has introduced us to a new life, and within that life is the misinformation, acceptance and glamorization of substance abuse and alcohol. Technology has completely changed the way we socialize, especially the younger generations. The statistics connecting social media and substance abuse is astounding. According to the 2011 National Teen Survey, “American teens...Read More

If you think someone you love may be involved with drugs or alcohol, there could be some things to look for. With the wide range of different street drugs available, it’s often difficult to recognize the signs of substance abuse in a love one.Read More

Meet Dana Martinez. She is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, CADC II, ICADC Certified through The California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) in Sacramento California. Working in the field of substance abuse Services since 1996, Dana Martinez has been able to reach many individuals who suffer from addiction. Recovery is a process...Read More

How to Support a Recovering Alcoholic Spouse When my husband finally entered AA, I was told that Al-Anon would be good for me. I went thinking I’d learn how to support a recovering alcoholic spouse and then I’d be done with it. I was too busy for Al-Anon and I wasn’t the one with the...Read More

Addiction runs the gamut in terms of the consequences that come with it. The consequences behind addiction can be emotionally devastating and deadly. To understand addiction consequences, it’s important to recognize that addiction is a disease of the brain. In 2011, The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) released a new definition of addiction highlighting...Read More