Military Veterans of Irag, Afghanistan, and Other Wars

The services on this site are for anyone with a concern about alcohol or drug problems, but we specifically mention military veterans who have been deployed to combat zones because of the fact that so many vets, and their loved ones, may be at high risk to develop drug or alcohol problems as part of their adjustment to a return to civilian or non-combat life.

We know that the military support services for returning vets are overwhelmed. We also are aware that sometimes revealing to the military a drug or alcohol problem can have a negative impact on careers. Therefore, we offer here free information, but also, for a reasonable fee, access to confidential ONLINE help.

For same day answers to questions, click here: http://addictionsamedayanswers.com/AlcoholDrugMilitary.com/
For counseling and support, click here: http://www.alcoholdrugsos.com/.

Indicators of a Drug or Alcohol Problem

Use in the face of adverse consequences is the best rule of thumb in identifying a developing drug or alcohol problem. In other words: does my use of drugs or alcohol cause problems in significant areas of my life, such as relationships or work; do I know that my use causes these problems and do I continue to use anyway? If this scenario fits an individual, chances are that person has a problem and could benefit from help.

Have you been thinking for some time that you should cut down on, or control, your use of drugs or alcohol? If so, then you may have a problem with control over the amount you use, or how often you use, or both. Try one of the free screening tests on this site: http://www.alcoholdrugsos.com/AlcoholDrugSOS_Services.asp#ScreeningTests

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Spirituality

Sometimes people are turned off by recovery in the Twelve Step Programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous because of issues they may have with organized religion. The strength of 12 Step Programs is that they urge each individual to develop his/her own understanding of a source of spiritual strength. Perhaps the best place to start, I think, is with the willingness to be open to the support of others in recovery who have learned how to not drink by using AA principles. The strength of the group can be the foundation of spiritual growth.
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