Addictions - articles
Alcohol - Addiction
“There were distinct stages in my journey with alcoholism. At first I was unaware of and denied having any problem. Gradually I recognized that I was drinking too much, and I felt a sense of failure and personal disappointment. more »
By Jerry Price - Mar 13, 2006
Topic: Family, Addictions, Substance Abuse
Substance Abuse
History
Substance use and abuse has been around for thousands of years. The use of narcotics began sometime around 4000 B.C. Marijuana was used medicinally as far back as 2737 B.C. more »
By Jerry Price - Mar 13, 2006
Topic: Family, Addictions, Substance Abuse
Alcohol Statistics
“Alcohol consumption increases the likelihood that persons will be injured while engaging in a variety of activities of daily living, including driving a motor vehicle, walking, swimming, and boating. more »
By Jerry Price - Mar 1, 2006
Topic: Family, Addictions, Substance Abuse
Gambling and the State
In March 2003, the Taxpayers League of Minnesota published a list of reasons why states should say no to gambling. The following is their list, which is applicable to all states: more »
By Jerry Price - Sep 1, 2005
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling
Gambling and the Family
Imagine going into one of your local toy or discount stores and finding games that promote gambling being marketed for children. You don’t have to imagine long. more »
By Jerry Price - Sep 1, 2005
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling
Gambling - Card Games
Texas Hold ’Em poker is the new rage in gambling with several television channels beaming tournaments for high profile players into the nation’s living rooms. more »
By Jerry Price - Sep 1, 2005
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling
Following HIS Way to Recovery
“Everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher.”
Luke 6:40
Many who are actively involved in the treatment of those entangled in the web of drug addiction have long struggled with the tragedy of relapse. more »
By Ted Stone - Sep 1, 2005
Topic: Family, Addictions, Substance Abuse
Kathy Bassett Is Mad
Kathy Bassett is mad—furious, in fact—and she wants everyone to know why. Her family has been devastated by casino gambling.
Her son Jason, a casino employee, was convicted of embezzlement. more »
By Karen Cole - Sep 1, 2005 - (1)
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling, Living, Finances, Life, Suicide
Gambling - Video Poker
A Randleman, North Carolina, video poker vendor has been ordered by a Superior Court judge to terminate his business, turn over all of his machines to the sheriff for destruction, and pay a $500,000 fine for operating his machines illegally. more »
By Jerry Price - Sep 1, 2005
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling
Gambling - Pari-Mutuel Betting
Horse trainer Jeff Mullins created quite a stir recently when he said, “If you bet on horses, I would call you an idiot. I don’t bet; there’s a reason why they call it gambling.” more »
By Jerry Price - Sep 1, 2005
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling