by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Nov 5, 2023 | Addiction Recovery, Family Relationships
A Father’s StoryMy son, Michael, was a brilliant and talented young man. He had everything going for him, but he was also struggling with an addiction to heroin. I tried everything I could to help him, but nothing seemed to work.Then, one day, I heard about a new... by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Sep 18, 2023 | Addiction Recovery
Hitting “rock bottom” due to alcohol or drug addiction can be traumatic. However, it also presents an opportunity to make positive changes and find sobriety. This blog post explores the process of recovery after an addiction crisis and provides resources... by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Sep 4, 2023 | Addiction, Family Relationships
Parenting can be challenging even in the best of circumstances. When a parent is battling alcoholism, it adds substantial complexity to family dynamics. Addressing the issue of an alcoholic parent requires a thoughtful approach that includes empathy, care, and... by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Aug 18, 2023 | Addiction, Relationship
Enabling an addicted loved one, though done with good intentions, can allow their substance abuse to continue unchecked. Learning how to identify enabling behaviors and replace them with positive support is essential to help your addicted loved one find recovery. What... by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Aug 14, 2023 | Addiction, Relationship
Recognizing the signs of alcoholism in your spouse can be difficult. Alcoholism is a progressive disease that often starts subtly before progressing to more obvious and destructive symptoms. Being aware of the common physical, emotional and behavioral signs of alcohol...
