Dear Joseph, We have seen a number of important actions on the opioid epidemic in the last two weeks. Last Thursday, the President Trump declared a public health emergency, followed by the President’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisisreleasing its comprehensive report of critical recommendations this week. These are both important steps in the right direction. But if we are going to see any progress on the opioid crisis, we need more resources – and that, unfortunately, remains uncertain. Families are turning to the Partnership for help and we need your support. With 144 people dying every day in drug-overdose related deaths, 91 of which are directly related to opioids, nothing is more overwhelming than having a child who is struggling with addiction. A gift of just $100 allows our Parent Helpline counselors to connect with four parents seeking help for their child’s substance use. Make your gift today to ensure that every family can continue to be empowered by and have access to our free resources, tools and one-on-one support. The timing to make an impact has never been more critical, so thank you for helping us be a lifeline for families, change the conversation and inspire hope for the future. With gratitude, Fred Muench, Ph.D. President and CEO Help us empower families

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11-8-17 TWELVE STEPPING WITH SUPPORT FROM SCRIPTURE

Proverb 1v 24 - I called you so often, but you wouldn't come.I reached out to you, but you paid no attention.

Step 2 -Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.

There is but one power and that is God the creator of Heaven, Earth, and you! Whether you realize it or not God is calling you and has been since the day you were Born. Find a quiet place if you can and really think back as far as you can! Under your Breath ask God to help you remember when He called you! I guarantee He will show you, and then gently remind you of that time you were invited to church and you said no, or someone was trying to hand you a pamphlet outside of a convenience store and you threw it on the ground out of disgust.Through Nature, He calls us like the warmth of the Sun on our faces or the cool breeze out of nowhere on a blistering hot day. There is no excuse He is everywhere all the time. God loves you and desires a relationship with you.For those of you who think your not worthy or you have been too bad, that's a lie from the enemy of your soul. If you could see into the spiritual world you would see a Hand reaching down from Heaven wide open and waiting for you to grab hold and be held. You're a special treasure to God and He misses you, He has a lot of love to Give and He wants to give it to you.

Galatians 4:6 And because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into your hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!”

By Joseph Dickerson/Recovery Connections 

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Psalm 103v3 He forgives all my sins and Heals all my diseases!

November 2, 2017 Neurocounseling: Bridging the Recovery Gap Wednesday, November 8, 2017 @ 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Description: Neurocounseling is a relatively new approach in addiction treatment that has been shown to be effective for a variety of addiction-related issues including recovery management and relapse prevention. Neurocounseling is based on the fact that behavioral and psychological symptoms have underlying neurological foundations. This webinar will cover the basics of neurocounseling and highlight two interventions that addiction counselors can use in their practice. Presenter: Christine Chasek, Ph.D., LIMHP, LADC, MAC, LPC Christine Chasek, Ph.D., LIMHP, LADC, MAC, LPC, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska Kearney Counseling and School Psychology, Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certificate Program Coordinator, and Director of the Behavioral Healthcare Center of Nebraska-Kearney. Chasek is a practicing mental health and addiction counselor and serves as Chairman of the Nebraska Alcohol and Drug Licensing Board and the Institutional Review Board at UNK. Her research interests include addiction counseling, counselor preparation, and clinical outcomes. Price: Education is FREE to all professionals Continuing Education Credit: Earn a certificate of completion for 1 CE credit by passing an online CE quiz upon completion of the webinar. FREE for NAADAC members (Join now!). $15 for Non-members. Questions or comments about NAADAC Education? Take a look at our Webinar FAQs or email NAADAC. Electronic Screen Addiction: Don’t Take My Ice Cream Wednesday, November 15, 2017 @ 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Description: This presentation focuses on the correlation between impulsive and prolonged use of electronic screens and potential for developing substance addiction. Participants will explore the link between prolonged screen use, impulse control, family relationships, and risk of mental health/addiction development in children and teens. Treatment ideas will be practiced using application scenarios. Presenter: Christine Migliara, LFMT, MAC, CAP, CASAC, and Elizabeth Donnellan, MEd, ABD, FT Christine Migliara, LFMT, MAC, CAP, CASAC, earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Doctorate in Psychology from Capella University. Working in the mental health field over the past 10 years, her practice expanded to include working in inpatient and out-patient addiction facilities, not-for-profit organizations, private practice, and head of the psychology department in higher education. Elizabeth Donnellan, MEd, ABD, FT, has been teaching at Kaplan University for over 13 years in the psychology department. Donnellan has published textbooks and articles as well as presented at international, national, and state research conferences. She is an active presenter for NAADAC CEU series, consultant in addiction program administration, and professor of addictions science for Kaplan University. Price: Education is FREE to all professionals Continuing Education Credit: Earn a certificate of completion for 1 CE credit by passing an online CE quiz upon completion of the webinar. FREE for NAADAC members (Join now!). $15 for Non-members. Questions or comments about NAADAC Education? Take a look at our Webinar FAQs or email NAADAC. Developmental Recovery – A Habilitation Model of Care Wednesday, November 29, 2017 @ 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Description: Habilitation clients are creating a framework for recovery for the first time. Many deficits in the areas of knowledge, critical thinking, values, and emotional literacy are present. This session focuses on aspects unique to this particular client and strategies to facilitate emotional growth in recovering. Presenter: Robert Neri, LMHC, CAP Robert Neri, LMHC, CAP, is the WestCare Senior Vice-President, Chief Program/Service Officer and has more than 40 years of experience working in the behavioral healthcare field and has been responsible for designing, overseeing, and maintaining the clinical operations of non-profit substance use disorder treatment providers. He has published several journals and research articles relating to that experience. Price: Education is FREE to all professionals Continuing Education Credit: Earn a certificate of completion for 1 CE credit by passing an online CE quiz upon completion of the webinar. FREE for NAADAC members (Join now!). $15 for Non-members. Questions or comments about NAADAC Education? Take a look at our Webinar FAQs or email NAADAC. NAADAC, The Association for Addiction Professionals 44 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 301, Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: 703.741.7686 / 800.548.0497

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Friday, November 10, Noon PST 2 PM CT, 3 PM ET Save My Spot Dear Joseph, I'm so excited to invite you to the VERY FIRST Sober Mom's Guide to Recoverywebinar! I really hope you'll join me because I have a lot of inspiring and practical information that will help you. Do you struggle with guilt, shame, loneliness, and stress from all the overwhelming responsibilities of motherhood? These are the key issues that I’ve seen over and over again during my 18 years of my personal and professional life in recovery. I’ve seen it in moms who are struggling to get sober and moms who have many years of sobriety. I truly believe if guilt, shame, loneliness and stress are not addressed, moms either relapse or live a miserable life even though they are sober. Who gets sober and wants to be miserable??? Learning how to overcome these issues are the building blocks to creating a beautiful life in recovery where anything is possible. Here's what we'll be covering in my free webinar: How I went from an out-of-control alcoholic mom of three children to finding a life of peace, happiness, and wholeness in recovery.   How I learned to overcome the devastating impact of guilt, shame, and stress.   Key steps I took in learning how to live a sober, healthy life. My goal is to offer you help, hope, and happiness to lead an amazing life you deserve. I can't wait for you to join me! Please reserve your FREE spot today! Take good care of yourself, Rosemary PS: If you know a friend or family member who would benefit from the Sober Mom's Guide to Recovery Webinar, please forward this email or post to your favorite social media site. Thanks! Save My Spot

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