I was recently speaking with a caller to our center. The caller said, I do not think I am an alcoholic/addict. My question to this gentleman was, what is an alcoholic/addict to you? His response was simple and probably more advanced than most. He said, “a person that alcohol or drug use causes more trouble … Read more
We live in the information age. As the world advances technologically information is disseminated more easily and widespread. People have the ability to question information via the internet and gather data that confirms or negates the concept. Furthermore, as we advance so do our values, beliefs, and customs. Today in the United States it is … Read more
There is not a day that goes by that I do not receive an email advertising the services of the greatest marketing guru this side of Mars. If you have a web site and registered your site with the search engines you get these solicitations. They come and they come, well you get the picture. … Read more
When it comes to recovery the rehabilitation process can be described as difficult at best. Often individuals and families have responded to their personal traumas differently. There was a time in my life that the “why” of it all seemed so important. I would read about the experiences of folks that responded differently to the … Read more
I continue to be asked what is The Last Resort Panama, Panama’s Premiere Recovery Center? It is my privilege to share with you some highlights about what we offer here at The Last Resort Panama’s “Real Life Rehab” Program. Chiriqui Panama is arguably one of the most exotic environment’s imaginable. Recognized for aesthetic beauty and … Read more
This is an e-mail letter I received from my friend Liam of Stardust Interventions. Liam assists friends, families and employers across the United States with addictions interventions. He has a network of supports across the country and is one of the most forward thinkers in the field today. Dan ☺ Good morning Dan, Just thought … Read more
I met a young couple today, the husband has been drinking excessively for some time now. He is agreeing to get some help, but not without a bit of kicking and screaming that usually goes along with the idea of entering treatment. I listened to the wife explain to me her fear of where their … Read more
I am sad today again. A week or so ago I told you about a gentleman that disappeared to Atlantic City. Today I received the following emails. We had a referral about a month ago for a young lady struggling with opiate addiction. We did all we could on our end. When she chose to … Read more