The 12 Patterns of Denial – Strategic Hopelessness

The 12 Patterns of Denial – Strategic Hopelessness

Jan 5, 2023 | Denial

In this blog we will look at the denial pattern of strategic hopelessness in addiction. People with addiction or substance abuse problems use different forms of denial to keep themselves in the addictive cycle. Denial can be a dysfunctional protection mechanism which...
The 12 Patterns of Denial and Recovery By Fear

The 12 Patterns of Denial and Recovery By Fear

Jan 2, 2023 | Denial

In this blog we will look at recovery by fear in addiction recovery. People with addiction or substance abuse problems use different forms of denial to keep themselves in the addictive cycle. Denial can be a dysfunctional protection mechanism which you may use to...
The 12 Patterns of Denial: #9 Flight Into Health

The 12 Patterns of Denial: #9 Flight Into Health

Dec 22, 2022 | Denial

People with addiction or substance abuse problems use different forms of denial to keep themselves in the addictive cycle. Denial can be a dysfunctional protection mechanism which you may use to protect yourself from having to recognise, deal with and accept the...
The 12 Patterns of Denial With Compliance And Addiction

The 12 Patterns of Denial With Compliance And Addiction

Dec 15, 2022 | Denial

In this blog we will look at the process of compliance in addiction, particularly in rehabilitative treatment. People with addiction or substance abuse problems use different forms of denial to keep themselves in the addictive cycle. Denial can be a dysfunctional...
Impact of Illicit Drugs on Fetal Development

Impact of Illicit Drugs on Fetal Development

Dec 15, 2022 | Alcohol Abuse, Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a crucial period for both the mother and the developing fetus. However, the use of illicit drugs such as morphine, crystal meth, and cocaine can lead to severe and detrimental outcomes for the unborn child. This article aims to educate and guide, rather...
The 12 Patterns of Denial and Blaming in Addiction

The 12 Patterns of Denial and Blaming in Addiction

Dec 8, 2022 | Denial

People with substance abuse problems use different forms of denial to keep themselves in the addictive cycle. Blaming in addiction is one such denial strategy. Denial can be a dysfunctional protection mechanism which you may use to protect yourself from having to...
The 12 Patterns of Denial And Rationalising in Addiction

The 12 Patterns of Denial And Rationalising in Addiction

Dec 5, 2022 | Denial

In this blog, we will look at rationalising in addiction. People with addiction or substance abuse problems use different forms of denial to keep themselves in the addictive cycle. Denial can be a dysfunctional protection mechanism which you may use to protect...