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Narcissism and Substance Abuse

Posted in Oxycontin Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Counselor on May 6th, 2011

There is nothing wrong with having a good dose of healthy narcissism and very likely it is also the best protection against our taking up self harming behaviors such as substance abuse. Healthy narcissism is an investment of interest and pride in ourselves, an awareness of our achievements and potential and an optimistic attitude towards [...]

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Substance Abuse Counselor – Teaching Independence.

Posted in Oxycontin Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Counselor on Apr 22nd, 2011

Crucial to the role of a substance abuse counselor is teaching independence to substance abusers who have allowed themselves to become dependent on drugs. People tend to take refuge in drugs when other relationships disappoint them. Long term patterns of introspective and depressive behavior or violent acting out of feelings of inner tension tend to [...]

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