“When he started using and doing the things that addicts do—lying and cheating and stealing and all these horrific things that I couldn’t understand—I was self-centered in a very common way. You know, 'How could Nic do this to me? How could he do this to Karen?' I knew he loved us. It didn’t make any sense. But when I read Tweak, I realized he wasn’t doing it to us; he was doing it to himself. [His actions] were a reaction of how much pain he was in.” —Author David Sheff on reclaiming his son from the depths of meth addiction—and his advice for parents Read more in "To Hell & Back."

Addiction is a family and friends disease. It doesn’t just affect the one struggling. It affects everyone. When a child, spouse, parent, friend or another loved one is struggling with addiction, it can overwhelm you. Friends and family members of alcoholics and addicts also need support. They often feel confused, frustrated and helpless. At Renew, we have manyhelpful resources and articles about addiction support for friends and family as well as some guides to those tough questions you may be grappling with. Don't be afraid to reach out and ask for help.        RENEW EVERY DAY

9 Mistakes Family and Friends Make  It takes a lot of strength for addicts to overcome addiction and remain sober. There are many things that can trigger relapse; therefore, it is vital not to make these nine mistakes during the recovering process. Truth Is Discovered, Not Taught Our greatest gift is what we hold inside, a power held inside by fear and false perception. Faith is the courage to get through fear. RecoveryATX Joseph Sanchez, president and co-founder of RecoveryATX, shares his personal mission statement, a defining moment in his recovery and his five-year vision. Renew provides relevant and engaging information and resources to help individuals recovering from drug and alcohol addiction and their loved ones create and embrace a healthy lifestyle.

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Buprenorphine Implant to Treat Opioid Addiction Approved by FDA - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Buprenorphine Implant to Treat Opioid Addiction Approved by FDA - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: The Food and Drug Administration has approved Probuphine, an implant that contains the opioid addiction treatment buprenorphine. The drug has been available in oral form for 14 years, CNBC reports.

MAY 29 CHP 17 V 10 TWELVE STEPPING WITH STRENGTH FROM THE PSALMS

They close up their callous hearts ,and their mouths speak with arrogance .

STEP 6- Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.

Callous- showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others

Arrogant- exaggerating or disposed to exaggerate one's own worth or importance often by an overbearing manner.

Who do you think you are ! Ever hear that one yelled at you before ? If family and friends are in constant argument with you and you feel like your not getting anywhere in life its time for you to take a long hard look at yourself in the mirror and truly step 6 your attitude. Addiction has a funny way of hiding our defects which only makes it more difficult when we find ourselves sober. Addiction produces life in a altered sense of reality and living in that altered reality produces or enforces some very negative behaviors. The twelve steps , prayer and meditation are vital in living a peaceful joy filled life. Thats why step one and two are the most important they will bring you out of your altered sense of reality and bring life into perspective. Life is tough and it is not designed for you to go it alone. Your Creator (GOD) did not put you here to do whatever you want and walk , all everyone who loves you. There is a purpose and a meaning to your life but in order to discover it you have to realize your the reason its a mess and if your not willing to change it then you will remain stuck right where you are. Step 6 teaches us defects will be removed ,it doesn't say it will help us deal or cope with these defects .Sometimes these defects become our crutches and defenses so when God removes the defects our calloused hearts will become soft and arrogance will become humility and gratitude.

2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.

By Joseph Dickerson / Recovery Connections 2016

Want to quit drinking? Walk into AA special meet today

Want to quit drinking? Walk into AA special meet today: PANCHKULA: The Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), a worldwide fellowship of over 3 million recovering alcoholics, will achieve another milestone in the tricity with the AA’s Samarpan Group, Panchkula, celebrating 20 years of its existence at Little Flower School, Sector 14, on May 22.