By Christine Murray, HRI Director Turmoil. Despair. Chaos. Uncertainty. Anger. Confusion. Fear. When a loved one is facing an addiction, the emotional whirlwind can be intense. It’s normal for people in this situation to move rapidly between different emotions in
Find Help Friday: Alcoholics Anonymous
In honor of September being National Recovery Month, today we are spotlighting Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) for #FindHelpFriday! Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve
Understanding the Recovery Process: A Guide for Families
By Drew Jamieson, PhD, LMFT, LCAS-A Families operate as a system. When everything is balanced and functioning well, members are respected, confident, and secure. When things get out of balance, emotions can run askew. What may seem like a minor issue
Families Under Stress: How Addiction Impacts the Family
By Christine Murray, HRI Director Every September, the US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) sponsors Recovery Month to raise awareness about the recovery process. Addiction and substance abuse not only affect the individual, but also their friends