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Anger & Addiction
You don't have to be an expert on addiction to see a connection between certain substances and aggressive behavior. One recent study showed that a staggering 83 percent of homicide offenders were drinking at the time of the offense. That number was 60 percent for sexual offenders and 37 percent for assault offenders.
Alcohol isn't the only substance that can trigger aggression and anger in users. Cocaine and methamphetamines also cause biochemical changes in the brain that can make those prone to anger and aggression more likely to escalate their aggressive behavior while using.
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It Takes a Village
Hillary Clinton used it as a book title when addressing parenting issues, but the axiom is especially true when it comes to addiction recovery. While it might be tempting to think you can handle your problem alone with just a good dose of willpower, that's not the best recipe for successful recovery.
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Our Spirit
Physicists can call it the Big Bang theory, but a long time ago God rubbed two sticks together, got a spark, and made the world. That first spark still burns in each of us. This Divine spark is our secret force. It is our cosmic nightlight against the darkness and the cold. It is our spirit.
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Thankfulness
Even during treatment for a substance abuse problem, theres plenty to be thankful for at this time of year.
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Expert Q&A
Time for Treatment?
What is addiction and when is it time to get help for a friend or loved one? A recovery expert helps answer those difficult questions.
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From The Bookshelf
 One Breathe at a Time
Popular Alta Mira speaker Kevin Griffin's book One Breath at a Time merges Buddhist beliefs with 12 Step recovery.
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