Defining Normal
Suzanne works with a client to help him discover his sense of "normalcy."
Blog posts on addiction topics
What is the difference between substance abuse and addiction of substances?
Vol. 184, Jan. 19, 2013 I had a young client come in to see me a few years ago, who had a bit of a weed smoking habit. He enjoyed…
Have an issue with alcohol? How do you know if you are an abuser of alcohol or a full blown alcoholic?
Vol. 183, Jan. 12, 2013 Alcohol abuse and alcoholism occur rather subtly in most circumstances. What began as a way to have a bit of fun letting loose becomes a…
Quit Weed and Harder Drugs Without Withdrawals Using Hypnosis
Vol. 182, Jan. 5, 2013 One would be lead to believe that it is impossible to withdraw from drugs without some sort of withdrawals occurring with all the information the…
Is Quitting Smoking Weed ((Marijuana) the Same As Quitting Smoking Tobacco (Cigarettes, etc.)?
Vol. 181, December 29, 2012 Smokers truly believe that they are “addicted” to nicotine. However, the truth of the matter is that they are more involved in a habit of…
Getting to “The Cause” of the Problem
Suzanne discusses the necessary steps to get at the "cause" of a particular problem, and how to find the right therapist to help you deal with those problems.
Oppose Opiates: Live Life – Vol. 128, Dec. 1, 2011
As I was reading the “Shape” magazine for this month I came across yet another article called “The Accidental Addiction”. It was a report on the sad situation of increased…