The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous describes alcoholism as “cunning, baffling, powerful.” For nearly 40 years, MARR’s seasoned professionals and committed staff members have seen the insidiousness of addiction —…
By Jessica Schmoll, MS, LPC In 2013, as recent research continues to emerge and data are reviewed, the issues surrounding women and addiction are becoming progressively more understood and evermore…
Drug and alcohol addiction is a serious problem that can put a major strain on an addicted person's relationships. If you are a friend or family member of an addict,…
A recovery program is essential for family members, too Addiction leaves behind a path of destruction unlike any other disease. From legal issues, to health problems, to financial strain and…
Advice for family members whose loved one can’t seem to grasp recovery Addiction is a disease that is characterized by cycles of relapse and remission. As much as family members…
After a stint in detox, I admitted into MARR in December of 2005. It was not my first time in treatment. Initially, I got sober in Ohio in 1988; following…
The biggest misconception about addiction is revealedDespite continuous advancements being made in the addiction field, there is a common misconception about the disease: Many people believe that an addicted individual…
When MARR was established in 1975, the disease model of addiction had already been introduced and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) was 40 years old. While we certainly didn’t know then all…
By Janet Fluker, MEd, MS, LPCAddiction is an isolating disease, both for the addict and those who love him or her. Family support groups are a powerful way to end…
I arrived at MARR from Clearwater, Florida in July 2011 and must admit, I was somewhat leery of spending three (very long) months in rehab. After all, I had endured…
My story of surrender, strength and a mother’s love By Stacee Flanagan My name is Stacee and I am a grateful recovering codependent. What is a codependent? Wikipedia defines codependence…
By Tricia T. Gratitude: An emotion or attitude in acknowledgment of a benefit that one has received or will receive. When I arrived at MARR, I had an attitude problem…