How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

by | Nov 7, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine? Chapter 14 of The Freedom Model for Addictions talks about this in a way that people find quite helpful. However, because we do not have the space to place all 400+ pages of...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

I don’t believe in the disease theory. It makes no sense. But that doesn’t mean I don’t need recovery. I need the tools to stay sober. But on your site you talk about the recovery trap. What gives?

by | Nov 7, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions I don’t believe in the disease theory. It makes no sense. But that doesn’t mean I don’t need recovery. I need the tools to stay sober. But on your site you talk about the recovery trap. What gives? Yes, over the past 3...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

I saw your website and was a bit shocked. I’ve been in therapy for many years reviewing my past, and looking for the causes of my addiction. I feel like I’ve made some progress, but when I read some of the website, I realized that truthfully I’ve been spinning my wheels for years. The cause of my addiction is still unknown – can you help me?

by | Nov 7, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions I saw your website and was a bit shocked. I’ve been in therapy for many years reviewing my past, and looking for the causes of my addiction. I feel like I’ve made some progress, but when I read some of the website, I realized...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

My family is pushing me to go to another rehab. I literally hate the 12 Steps, I hate rehab, and I do not want to go back? How do I get my family to accept me and my want to go somewhere else?

by | Nov 6, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions My family is pushing me to go to another rehab. I literally hate the 12 Steps, I hate rehab, and I do not want to go back? How do I get my family to accept me and my want to go somewhere else? Over the past 3 decades, we have...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

I have a son in college who has been struggling with what we think is a Xanax addiction. At least that what we think it is. How do we get him into a rehab when he has told us he doesn’t have a problem? Can we force him to go?

by | Nov 6, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions I have a son in college who has been struggling with what we think is a Xanax addiction. At least that what we think it is. How do we get him into a rehab when he has told us he doesn’t have a problem? Can we force him to go?...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

I went to rehab and I feel worse off. Before I went, I did not think my problem with drinking was that bad. But after I got out, I binge worse, and now I feel addicted. What’s going on and how do I get past this?

by | Nov 6, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions I went to rehab and I feel worse off. Before I went, I did not think my problem with drinking was that bad. But after I got out, I binge worse, and now I feel addicted. What’s going on and how do I get past this? Your issue...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

I looked through your websites and I agree drug addiction and alcoholism is not a disease. But I do think it is a lack of control and strength. I’ve certainly felt weak and made the choice to get high again. So I think you are a bit off base here.

by | Nov 6, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions I looked through your websites and I agree drug addiction and alcoholism is not a disease. But I do think it is a lack of control and strength. I’ve certainly felt weak and made the choice to get high again. So I think you...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

Does mental illness cause addiction?

by | Nov 1, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions Does mental illness cause addiction? The answer can be found in Chapter 6 of The Freedom Model for Addictions: “The recovery ideology of “underlying causes” has these people completely confused. According to the Surgeon...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

I had a traumatic youth. It was extremely stressful and chaotic, and drugs became my answer. Today, I still find myself getting high as I try to deal with my traumatic past and lost relationships and my guilt. How do I deal with stress and trauma and also stay clean?

by | Nov 1, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions I had a traumatic youth. It was extremely stressful and chaotic, and drugs became my answer. Today, I still find myself getting high as I try to deal with my traumatic past and lost relationships and my guilt. How do I deal...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

I have depression. I was diagnosed when I was young, and I now have a severe drinking problem. I can’t figure out if depression causes alcoholism, or if my alcoholism causes my depression. Which is it?

by | Nov 1, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions I have depression. I was diagnosed when I was young, and I now have a severe drinking problem. I can’t figure out if depression causes alcoholism, or if my alcoholism causes my depression. Which is it? You are asking a...

Does poverty cause addiction?

by | Nov 1, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions Does poverty cause addiction? First it is important to note that there are no external causes of addiction. There are reasons that individuals internally decide to use heavily (living in poverty might be one of them) – but...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

What are the causes of addiction?

by | Nov 1, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions What are the causes of addiction? In order to answer your question, we must first define the word – causes, and then see if that is the correct term to explain why people use substances heavily. In Chapter 5 of The...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

Isn’t Addiction Genetic?

by | Nov 1, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions Isn’t Addiction Genetic? In a word – NO. Take a look from Chapter 3 of The Freedom Model for Addictions: “Many of our readers as well as their family members are convinced that addiction “runs in their family” and that there...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

How Do I Resist Craving?

by | Nov 1, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions How Do I Resist Craving? To answer your question, you must first understand what a craving is from a logical standpoint. The Freedom Model for Addictions addresses this: “You don’t get cravings; rather, you actively crave, so...
A friend of mine was talking with me today and started talking about this book. She then tried to explain the recovery society you talk about in it. Can you tell me about this – I’m not getting it.

A friend of mine was talking with me today and started talking about this book. She then tried to explain the recovery society you talk about in it. Can you tell me about this – I’m not getting it.

by | Nov 1, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions A friend of mine was talking with me today and started talking about this book. She then tried to explain the recovery society you talk about in it. Can you tell me about this – I’m not getting it. Yes, we can. Here is a...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

As a person who comes from a dysfunctional family, how do I get over my addiction? Do I need to replace my use with other activities, and do I need to fix my family life if I want to overcome my addictions for good? In other words, do I need a plan for my recovery? Does this make sense?

by | Oct 31, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions As a person who comes from a dysfunctional family, how do I get over my addiction? Do I need to replace my use with other activities, and do I need to fix my family life if I want to overcome my addictions for good? In other...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

Does Suboxone work for a heroin problem?

by | Oct 31, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions Does Suboxone work for a heroin problem? Suboxone is an unfortunate temporary distraction that eventually gives way to your desire to use heroin over the long haul. It provides a false sense of security and the illusion that...
How do I quit using heroin and methamphetamine?

Is Heroin more addictive than other drugs?

by | Oct 31, 2017 | Q&A

You Asked, We Answered Addiction Questions Is Heroin more addictive than other drugs? The answer is not as simple as yes or no because you are asking the wrong question. You should be asking is do drugs contain addictiveness like an orange contains vitamin C? The...

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