Articles written by Lura Seavey

Story Land, The Cog Railway, Polar Caves, Santa's Village, Whales Tale Water Park and performing bears are just a sampling of the fun NH offers children of all ages.

May 19, 2007 - Lura Seavey

Everyone has heard the term gateway drug, and for some it is an accepted theory, yet many still argue if it can be proven.

Mar 26, 2007 - Lura Seavey

Book review of Vernon E. Johnson D.D.'s Intervention:A Step-by-Step Guide for Families and Friends of Chemically Dependent Persons

Mar 16, 2007 - Lura Seavey

Although addiction strikes both men and women equally, it often affects women in unique ways due to childcare issues, stigma, and other socioeconomic issues.

Feb 23, 2007 - Lura Seavey

Why, when, and how to tell your doctor and pharmacist that you are an addict / alcoholic in recovery

Feb 15, 2007 - Lura Seavey

Ever heard that you won't stay sober if you're court-ordered to AA, or that if you haven't lost everything you haven't "hit bottom" yet? Let's bust some myths.

Feb 7, 2007 - Lura Seavey

Thinking about getting help but not sure what to expect? Here are some of the things that usually take place in Substance Abuse Treatment Centers.

Jan 30, 2007 - Lura Seavey

As many try to make sense of a loved one's behaviors surrounding their drinking or drug use, it is important to remember that addiction is an illness that must be treated

Jan 28, 2007 - Lura Seavey

Getting confused between abbreviations like AODD, ACOA, AlAnon, and AA? Need help understanding the difference between enabling and codependence?

Jan 20, 2007 - Lura Seavey

Once we begin to acknowledge the facts of our own situation, we are free to move beyond the doom and shackles of constant obsession.

Jan 4, 2007 - Lura Seavey

Christmas parties, empty wallet, in-laws are coming: that egg-nog is looking better each day. Tips to cope with holiday cravings and stress.

Dec 13, 2006 - Lura Seavey

A look at the most common assessment criteria used by professionals to determine if an individual is abusing or dependent upon substances

Sep 28, 2006 - Lura Seavey

The story of a Sara M., a drug addict and alcoholic who never went to jail, lost her family, or her health, but was dying inside...

Sep 28, 2006 - Lura Seavey

Using science to battle cravings, withdrawl, and alcohol itself – the Cure or another Tool in the Recovery shed?

Sep 20, 2006 - Lura Seavey

A family discovers the power of honesty and openness as a tool to battle the shroud of secrecy surrounding alcoholism and addiction.

Sep 9, 2006 - Lura Seavey

OxyContin, Dilaudid, Vicodin, Codeine, Valium, Xanax, and common ADHD drugs like Concerta and Ritalin are being abused every day by adults and youth alike.

Sep 2, 2006 - Lura Seavey

One of the biggest questions we have when first facing a drinking or drug addiction problem is "Why am I this way?" Family and friends may also wonder what went wrong.

Aug 21, 2006 - Lura Seavey