Exploring the Influence of Culture and Media on Substance Use
We are constantly bombarded by images and messages intended to influence us and grab our attention and our money in today’s world. It is inescapable. We are all affected by culture and media. They shape our beliefs and influence our tastes and behaviors. They can certainly have an impact on our attitudes toward substance use. […]
Supporting vs. Enabling: What’s the Difference?
When you find out a family member you love is struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction, several emotions may race through your mind. In an addicted household, there are typically five different roles taken on by those closest to the person who is addicted to substances. One role is that of the enabler. Often, […]