Substance dependence and other addictions are influenced by many factors including genetics, environment and personal character, but the family plays a key role in shaping the development of children. Because children often take on the habits of their parents, family dynamics are very important. Healthy parenting is one of the most powerful factors in preventing … Read More
DUFFY’S IS PRIVILEGED TO HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE THIRD ANNUAL “FORE THE KIDS” GOLF TOURNAMENT! We sent a foursome to drive at the beautiful greens of Eagle Vines Golf Course. We hit our first ball (and the very first ball of the tournament) in the water, but that meant it could … Read More
Addiction is hard—we all know that. But as a mother, going through an addiction means your baby girl or little boy goes through it with you. The documentary On Life’s Terms: Mothers in Recovery tells the gripping stories of five mothers battling addiction while trying to care for their children. Since its premiere in April, the film … Read More
Salon recently published a stellar article in defense of the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous. In several poignant paragraphs, this article reminds us of the purpose of the 12 steps, clarifies the third step in light of the third tradition. For people at meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous do not speak of drinking, they talk about living: about living … Read More
Addiction is a condition, a disease of the brain in which one becomes dependent on a substance or activity. In the world today, the most common addictions we find are that of drugs and alcohol. Governments around the world have invested billions in the rehabilitation and control of the use of these substances, but the … Read More
