Perhaps the most important thing a counselor needs to bear in mind when working with lesbian clients is that there is no one lesbian client—that there is tremendous diversity among lesbians. As women, lesbians share the diversity inherent in womanhood; they also share the experience of dealing with sexism. The range of their experiences, perspectives,…
It has become commonplace for people who are overweight to attribute their waistline to their DNA. Now, celebrities caught snorting cocaine might also be able to blame their parents. Scientists reported yesterday the discovery of a gene that increases the chances of becoming hooked on the drug. Addicts were 25% more likely to carry the…
There are lots of treatments and therapies available in the market for the patients with serious or terminal illnesses by giving the chance to recover and live healthier. However, in some cases, these treatments may offer little or no chance of full recovery. They may have side effects that could be considered worse than the…
Unlike any other drug, Meth mouth is candy or secondary in most dentists’ recollections. A entirely healthy set of teeth can turn a grayish-brown, twist and begin to fall out, and take on a odd texture less like that of hard enamel and more like a part of over ripe fruit in short stretches of…
Productivity, safety, absenteeism and medical expense are some of the problems that require correction. Workers who experienced drugs and alcohol are 25% less productive than those who abstain. They also threaten the safety of fellow employees and the general public and can run up enormous medical and rehabilitation expenses for their employers. Drug use causes…
When someone is addicted to alcohol, it consumes them. It is a disease. The person has developed a chemical dependency to the drug, and they rely on it to function normally. This goes further than just someone who goes out and overindulges every once and a while, though that can be just as dangerous, especially…
There are millions of people that with Alcoholics Anonymous, sobriety became a reality. That’s because this program is dedicated to helping people with a severe addiction to alcohol, but a strong will to quit, defeat their demon. If you are an alcoholic and you think you can respond to the 12 step program that is…
If the time has come for you to find an alcohol rehab program in your area, know that there is hope. There are facilities all over the world that specialize in helping people battle alcohol addiction. In most cases, there may be a few in your area to pick from. An alcohol rehab program may…
If you’ve hit bottom and realize that you’re an alcoholic, detox treatment is available. You have hospitals, support groups, and many other avenues of treatment open to you to help you overcome your alcohol addiction. When you check into an alcoholic treatment center, an intake counselor will interview you to get an idea of your…
When you’ve decided that you want to deal with your alcohol addiction and want to make a fresh start, you might want to check into an alcohol rehab facility. An in-patient center is often a great way to go through detox and ensure that you will get the care you need while you’re breaking your…