john makohen's Blog, page 4
June 27, 2025
The Myth of Universal Sobriety: Why AA’s Abstinence-Only Approach Doesn’t Work for Everyone
Sobriety isn’t one—size—fits—all , and it’s Time We Stop Pretending it is. AA gave us a starting point, but not everyone’s healing fits…
June 26, 2025
June 19, 2025
The Transformative Role of Syringe Services in Harm Reduction
Bridging the Gap: How Syringe Services Forge Paths from Despair to Hope for People Who Inject Drugs.
June 17, 2025
Is Addiction a Brain Disease? Why the Science Still Says Yes and Why That Changes Everything
Critics argue that calling addiction a brain disease undermines personal agency and hope. But the latest research shows the opposite…
June 1, 2025
The Science of Alcohol Use Disorder: Understanding the Struggle and Path to Recovery
Explore how alcohol affects the brain, why some people are more vulnerable than others, and what evidence-based treatments offer the best…
7 Coping Skills Substance Use Counselors Need to Help Clients Navigate Political Unrest
Building resilience isn't optional during political unrest and rising social tension. It’s essential. For individuals in recovery, these…
May 30, 2025
The Real Factors Contributing to Substance Use Disorder and the Critical Role of Substance Use…
Think addiction is just about bad choices? Think again. From trauma and poverty to untreated mental health issues, the fundamental factors…
May 23, 2025
When Shame Becomes a Barrier: The Risks of AA’s ‘Moral Inventory’ Approach
When Self-Reflection Becomes Self-Destruction: How AA’s Step Four Can Deepen Shame Instead of Healing
