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Chloe Can't Sleep

Pat LaMarche | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Homeless, Alanon, Cruelty, Unemployment, Homeless Shelter, Domestic Violence, Nightmares, Impact News
Pat LaMarche

I have many kids of every age in my life all the time. I work in a homeless shelter. The kids at work overflow into my home life. It's the saddest job benefit in the entire world's occupations.

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The Birth of Alanon: A TV Special of Lois W's Life

Dr. Tian Dayton | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Addiction, Alanon, Codepency, Alcoholics Anonymous, Healthy Living News
Dr. Tian Dayton

"They say that no fewer than four people are affected by someone's drinking, I counted seven," reflects Lois Wilson. Seven people whose lives were pro...

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Founder of Alanon, Lois W's Life Starring Wynona Ryder

Dr. Tian Dayton | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Addiction, Alanon, Overeaters-Anonymous, Alcoholics Anonymous, Sexaholics-Anonymous, Healthy Living News
Dr. Tian Dayton

The story of ALANON's beginnings and the life of Lois Wilson, wife of Bill Wilson the co-founder of AA, is scheduled to be aired as a Hallmark Hall o...

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Rescuing The Alcoholic/Addict: 14 Reasons Why It's Hard To Break The Cycle

Carole Bennett, MA | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Alanon, Recovery, Relationships, Addiction & Recovery, Addiction, Aa, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Abuse, Alcohol Abuse, Relationship Tips, Healthy Living News
Carole Bennett, MA

So, why is it so hard to do, when we know that rescuing our loved one (the alcoholic/addict) is truly detrimental to not only their well being, but to ours as well?

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The Sweetest Sound: A Story Of Addiction And Redemption

Tom Matlack | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Alanon, Recovery, Relationships, Addiction & Recovery, Addiction, Aa, Fatherhood, Alcohol Abuse, Drinking, Family, Healthy Living News
Tom Matlack

From age 17 to 27 I was in a blackout. I experienced moments of freedom rowing boats in college, crushing opponents in our wake, but the main focus was all-out drinking

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Communicating With An Alcoholic/Addict -- Part 2

Carole Bennett, MA | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Denial, Alanon, Recovery, 12 Steps, Relationships, Health, Alcoholism, Addiction, Alcoholic, Aa, Addiction & Recovery, Acohol, Family, Healthy Living News
Carole Bennett, MA

Whether your loved one is in their addiction or new to recovery, sometimes a well meaning, simple discussion can turn futile. Too often you can't help but get sucked into a conversation that turns heated.

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Anna Nicole: Killer Support

Lorraine Roe | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Support, Prescription Drugs, Alanon, Drug Addiction, Anna Nicole Smith, Addiction & Recovery, Healthy Living News
Lorraine Roe

We all need entourages in life. It's who we choose that makes the difference. Are we selecting people who nurture our egos or our souls? Are they people who are energy vampires or those who take responsibility for their words and deeds?

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