opiate addiction

Opiates: A Crippling Addiction

In the nineties the drug war was on and in full force. There were countless commercials, posters and text books depicting the face of an addict. There was a definitive look. Junkies were depicted living under bridges and pan handling on street corners. Fast forward and the transition to the ‘hard stuff‘ is unlike anything…

Codependency: What It Is And How To Address It

Codependency: What It Is And How To Address It

Codependency is a normal way of functioning for many family members, partners and friendships. The crazy thing is, I didn’t even know what this was until I entered the mental health field. Say what? Most are unaware what codependency is, but its reach is great and its impact is deep. When an individual is codependent, they…