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Enabling Addiction: 6 Things That Permit Addiction Behaviors

As much as you love the addict and want to help, the truth is that some of the things you do may actually be hurting him. The following six behaviors are enabling and should be avoided.  Paying his bills. You might be telling yourself that you aren'... Read more

Maine’s Medical Marijuana Rules

Always check with an attorney about medical marijuana use but the general guidelines about the Medical Marijuana restrictions in the state of Maine are:What is the number of plants allowed?Maine allows Medical Marijuana patients to possess up to 1.25... Read more

Washington’s Medical Marijuana Rules

Always check with an attorney about Medical Marijuana use, but the general guidelines about the Medical Marijuana restrictions in the state of Washington are outlined below.What is the number of plants allowed?The state of Washington does allow yo... Read more

Oregon’s Medical Marijuana Rules

Always check with an attorney about Medical Marijuana use but the general guidelines about the Medical Marijuana restrictions in the state of Oregon are:What is the number of plants allowed?Oregon law allows those who are registered as Medical Mariju... Read more

Why Yoga Works for Sobriety

According to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence using yoga not only aids alcoholics and addicts in getting clean and sober but can also be a valuable tool to maintaining that healthy lifestyle. Some experts believe that one out of... Read more

California Medical Marijuana Rules

California does provide for the use of Medical Marijuana as long as you are compliant with the laws.What is the number of plants allowed?You can possess up eight ounces of dried Marijuana for Medical use.  You are also allowed to cultivate and own up... Read more

An Opiate Addict Explains Life After Relapse

Steven, an opiate addict was in recovery for two years when he relapsed. The binge lasted for a month before he was arrested for shoplifting to feed his relapse. Now clean, he provides insight to why it happened. What was your drug of choice? I lo... Read more

What Are Alaska’s Medical Marijuana Rules?

Always check with an attorney about Medical Marijuana use but the general guidelines about the Medical Marijuana restrictions in the state of Alaska Are:What is the number of plants allowed?You can possess up to one ounce of Marijuana for medical use... Read more