Help for Addictions

God grant me the Serenity to accept the things I cannot change; Courage to change the things I can; and the Wisdom to know the difference.

You can find peace and tranquility through repeating the serenity prayer. This prayer is part of 12-step programs.   

Isolation, mental health issues, abuse, and financial problems may lead to thoughts of ways to ease stress and fear. Those with addictions may find this time challenging. One mistake can cause a relapse. If you feel that drugs, alcohol, smoking, gambling, or over-eating are taking over your life, there is help.

Narcotics Anonymous offers recovery to addicts around the world. na.org

Alcoholics Anonymous offers recovery from alcoholism. aa.org

Overeaters Anonymous is a program for people with problems related to food and overeating. oa.org

Gamblers Anonymous is a group of people who support each other to overcome gambling addiction and help others do the same. gamblersanonymous.org

Nicotine Anonymous (“NicA”) is a non-profit, 12-step fellowship of people helping each other live nicotine-free lives. nicotineanonymous.org

There are groups for family members and friends of drug addicts and alcoholics. They benefit those struggling to deal with addicted family or friends. It is very hard to see someone you love addicted.

Unfortunately, I know from firsthand experience the downfall of family members from addictions. You try to rescue them, which can take a toll on your own health. Letting them go is difficult.

These groups can help you learn how to let go of the addict if it becomes necessary. You can learn ways to deal with the addicted person.

Nar-Anon Family Groups: A 12-step program for family and friends of addicts. nar-anon.org

Al-Anon: Help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics. al-anon.org

Narateen is for Teenagers Affected by Someone Else’s Addiction. Find a narateen meeting

Alateen is a place just for teens affected by someone else’s alcoholism. Teen corner alateen

“Abuse is known to have a relationship with addiction.” Read more about domestic abuse and it’s connection to addiction. Learn more here.

“Recovering financial independence after struggling with substance abuse is a crucial step to recovery.” Learn more here.