The relationship between abuse and substance abuse is deeply complex and intertwined, particularly when viewed through a Christian recovery lens. Many survivors of abuse turn to addictive substances as a coping mechanism, seeking to numb emotional pain and manage traumatic memories. This self-medicating often becomes a way to handle PTSD symptoms,
Are You a Family with a Loved One Struggling With Addiction? Here’s the Solution!
When a family member struggles with addiction, the journey of support by family members and loved ones can be extremely challenging, complex, and emotionally overwhelming. However, our Christian faith offers, through Jesus Christ, the most powerful tools of healing, love, grace, and hope that can guide families through this difficult season. As tru
According to the Bible, What is the Real Cause of Addiction?
According to the Bible, addiction is viewed through the lens of sin, human weakness, and spiritual struggle. Let’s explore the biblical understanding of addiction’s root causes: Recovery, according to God and the Bible, is not just about stopping a behavior, but about: Scriptural References for Hope and Recovery: God offers consistent a
How Family Dynamics and Trauma Can Contribute to Addiction
The Story of Charlie’s Journey Charlie sat in the dimly lit church basement, his hands trembling slightly as he clutched a styrofoam cup of coffee. The recovery group meeting hadn’t started yet, but memories of his childhood flooded his mind like an unstoppable tsunami. Growing up, Charlie had been a witness to his parents’ consta
Understanding Alcohol Withdrawal and Substance Detoxification
Detoxification is a critical first step in overcoming substance dependency, but not all detox experiences are created equal. While each substance presents unique challenges, alcohol detox stands out as particularly complex and potentially dangerous. Alcohol Detox: The Most Medically Challenging Detox Alcohol detoxification is often considered the m
Dangers of Huffing
You don’t normally hear about huffing; however, it very much exists and is a major problem, especially among young people. Huffing is the deliberate inhalation of chemical vapors to achieve a high, which poses severe health risks: Health Risks: Most Common Substances Huffed: Treatment Approach: Prevention focuses on education, early intervent
Understanding Heroin’s Devastating Impact
Heroin is an illegal and highly addictive opioid drug derived from morphine, a natural substance extracted from the seed pod of opium poppy plants. Its use carries profound and life-threatening risks that extend far beyond immediate health concerns, impacting nearly every aspect of an individual’s physical, mental, and social well-being. Sadl
The Devastating Impact of Methamphetamine Addiction
Understanding Methamphetamine Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is a highly addictive and destructive stimulant that wreaks havoc on individuals, families, and communities. This powerful synthetic drug creates devastating physical, psychological, and social consequences that can permanently alter a person’s life trajectory. Physical He
The Sobering Reality: Understanding the Dangers of Alcohol Consumption
Alcohol consumption is a widespread social practice that carries significant health and societal risks. Despite its cultural acceptance, the scientific evidence reveals a stark picture of the potential harm associated with drinking. Health Impacts Alcohol use is a major global health concern with far-reaching consequences. According to the World He
Re-Defining Addiction: Beyond the Theoretical Disease Model
Part I: A More Realistic Framework for Understanding Addiction The conceptualization of addiction as a disease has dominated medical and public discourse for decades. While this model has helped reduce stigma and increase access to treatment, mounting evidence and evolving perspectives suggest this theoretical framework may be overly simplistic, li
Revenge Addiction: The Psychological and Spiritual Sides of Revenge Addiction
Seeking Retribution Consumes Your Life & Comes with a Price Revenge addiction is a profound psychological pattern that traps you in a toxic cycle of emotional and behavioral destruction. Unlike normal momentary anger or a desire for justice, revenge addiction represents a compulsive, all-consuming need to retaliate against perceived wrongs, oft
Sugar Addiction is Real BUT with Healthier Options, you Can Have Your Cake & Eat it Too!
Background: Research has proven that sugar can have highly addictive properties similar to those of drugs like cocaine, although the effects are less intense. Studies on rats indicate that sugar may be more addictive than opioid drugs, leading to withdrawal symptoms such as depression and behavioral issues when individuals attempt to cut it out com
Broken & Shattered
“Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because whoever suffers in the body is done with sin.” (1 Peter 4:1) There is a savage battle that wages against each and every person on the planet, with a main focus on born again believers. It’s good against evil. Satan […]
What Does The Bible Say About Addiction?
You are so very special to GOD! He made you in HIS image and for HIS pleasure to enjoy your fellowship. You’re HIS child! If you have children, you have an idea how important family is. What I’d like to do is tell you about some of the things GOD has to say about addiction. […]