Meth Tooth Decay and Skin Sores

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Methamphetamine addiction causes tooth decay and skin sores. Meth addiction is a serious disease that causes multiple health problems. Most notable of the health problems are severe tooth decay and skin sores on the face and arms. Meth Tooth Decay The onset of meth tooth decay can be rapid. Periodontal disease associated with methamphetamine use […]

Understanding Alcoholics and Drug Addicts

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Understanding alcoholics and drug addicts can be perplexing. Family members and friends of alcoholics and drug addicts struggle to understand the behaviors they see. As alcoholics and drug addicts’ addictions progress, their lives become more and more unstable. The entire family is affected by the addiction. Health, finances, relationships, career, overall well-being and quality of […]

Recovery from Drug or Alcohol Addiction

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Recovery from drug or alcohol addiction is an ongoing process of incorporating positive changes into one’s life. Positive thinking, emotions and behaviors help keep a person’s recovery strong. They also bring value and joy to life. Recovery from drug or alcohol addiction involves honesty, motivation, commitment and learning responsible behaviors. Long-term recovery involves building solid […]

Building Self Worth in Recovery

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A person who is struggling with addiction will lose his sense of self worth. Self worth is what the person thinks of himself.  If a person feels good about himself, he will treat himself well and value his recovery even more. Building self worth in recovery is a necessary attribute for a happy, contented sobriety. […]