For Recovering Alcoholics, Sailing With SupportEvelyn Hsu
At last, support for families and friends of alcoholics is here. Betty Pennington, 'the alcoholic whisperer' has devoted her life to help those in need.
Shame and addiction are deeply intertwined.For example, alcoholics may be prone to shame by disposition and they may drink, in part, to cope with chronic shame and lowself-worth. In addition, drinking can, in turn, cause shame, creating a vicious cycle. Jessica Tracy ...
We can work with other alcoholics by relating to their stories and being evidence that even though they have suffered, we are proof that there is hope; recovery is possible. Trina is a 'go with the flow' type of person. She has big dreams. Perhaps we'll see her behind the bench as ...
like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an ind...
they also urge caution because of common pitfalls that can leave those providing the support vulnerable. We conclude that peers should be respected, valued, supported, and compensated for their work which is often profoundly challenging. Suggested guidelines for the implementation of peer involvement in...
they also urge caution because of common pitfalls that can leave those providing the support vulnerable. We conclude that peers should be respected, valued, supported, and compensated for their work which is often profoundly challenging. Suggested guidelines for the implementation of peer involvement in...
Recovering Alcoholics Find 24/7 Fellowship and Support on a Reddit ForumDewey, Caitlin
When the state cannot deliver the services for problem drinkers or recovering alcoholics, people may turn to the Internet to find alternative information and social support.doi:10.1515/nsad-2016-0013Lyytik?inen LauraSAGE PublicationsNordic Studies on Alcohol and Drugs...
Building on the findings of studies among recovering alcoholics, elderly individuals residing in retirement communities, and caregivers for individuals with Alzheimer's disease, this study tested the strength of the relationships between and among social support, communication competence, and cognitive ...