The Insanity of a Family Disease

During my twenty-five year career in substance abuse treatment, I’ve frequently heard family members (and clients) insist that "Alcohol isn't his/her/my problem - drugs are!" and "Alcoholism isn't his/her/my problem - addiction is!" as if the same principles of recovery from chemical dependency don't apply to any dysfunctional situation where alcohol either isn't present or isn't present enough to be identified as the primary drug-of-choice.

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Demi Lovato: Dancing With the Devil

Michael’s TV Pick – Dancing With the Devil

In Dancing With the Devil Demi gets raw and honest about her drug use and how important it is to be treated for mental health and substance abuse.

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Banana Split Cake

Banana Split Cake

Banana Split Cake was a family favorite growing up that our mom would make on special occasions. It’s super easy to make and tastes so good.

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It’s Good to Be Sober

By Lonny F., Transformations Alumnus “It’s good to be sober.” This is a phrase that a friend of mine, Jim, uses every time he is about to share his story….

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Michael’s TV Pick – Firefly Lane

Firefly Lane follows two best friends, Tully and Kate, from their teenage years into their mid-adulthood…

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Irish Beef Stew

Growing up in New England with two parents from Boston meant St. Patricks Day was always celebrated in my home. Irish beef stew was another winter staple in my home. I hope you love it as much as I do!

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Pets of TTC – Moo

Please meet my very best friend, Moo. We’ve been together for nearly ten years, since she was just a two pound puppy. She’s been by my side through all the…

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Almost Like a Chameleon

By Cali W., Transformations Alumna My name is Cali. I’m 29 and my sobriety date is May 1, 2019. Growing up, I always felt like I just didn’t fit in….

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Michael’s Movie Pick – Promising Young Woman

Happy February, Alumni! I know a lot of people associate February with love, but I also know that not everyone is in a romantic relationship. That’s the beauty of film,…

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Pets of TTC

This is my Yorkie Charlie (Sir Charles when we are feeling fancy) and Cali is the adorable pit bull on the right. Charlie made his way into my life 7 years ago. I was fresh out of halfway and had just moved into my own apartment.

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