https://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Holly-jolly-iStock-1285163246.jpg12801920Jeff Jay & Debra Jayhttps://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/LF-master-sm-340x75-2.jpgJeff Jay & Debra Jay2022-12-29 12:09:582022-12-29 12:18:10Holly Jolly Alcohol Free Alternative
https://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Is-AA-Really-Effective.jpg8531280Jeff Jay & Debra Jayhttps://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/LF-master-sm-340x75-2.jpgJeff Jay & Debra Jay2022-05-18 16:18:502023-07-08 13:34:20Is AA Effective?
Almost every week, I get a call from a family who is about to make a terrible intervention mistake. They will almost guarantee failure in their attempt to get their loved one into treatment. I can only imagine how many families don’t call, and fall into this critical error.
“I was convinced I’d never be happy again,” he said. “I figured I might be able to quit drinking, but I knew I was going to be miserable.” He said this with a twinkle in his eye.
https://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/familly-recovery-experience-2-Part-2.jpg8001200Jeff Jay & Debra Jayhttps://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/LF-master-sm-340x75-2.jpgJeff Jay & Debra Jay2021-10-07 19:03:402024-08-13 13:33:25The Family Recovery Experience, Part 2
Dear Jeff and Debra: Our 16-year-old son is smoking marijuana. He doesn’t hide it, arguing that it is natural and legal. We’ve pointed out that it isn’t legal for him.
https://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/iStock-1275840213-copy.jpg12811920Debra E. Jayhttps://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/LF-master-sm-340x75-2.jpgDebra E. Jay2021-10-01 12:39:072021-12-21 14:25:05Parenting and Marijuana
Structured Family Recovery® helps families rebuild trust and find lasting happiness. The first of two podcasts that provide a window into the SFR experience.
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Research continues to show a strong link between cancer and alcohol. New studies demonstrate that alcoholics are not the only ones who need to be concerned. In fact, the latest numbers are startling.
https://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Cancer-cell-or-cancerous-tumor-amidst-flowing-red-blood-cells-in-a-blood-vessel-artery-or-vein-3D-rendering-illustration.-Medicine-pathology-oncology-disesase-science-concepts.-1297034294_1369x770.jpeg7681365Jeff Jay & Debra Jayhttps://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/LF-master-sm-340x75-2.jpgJeff Jay & Debra Jay2021-08-12 14:34:082021-11-20 15:17:36Alcohol and Cancer
Children suffer silently when a parent is addicted, yet they are often forgotten. Jerry Moe has been at the forefront of helping the children of addicted families for decades.
https://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Dont-forget-the-childlren.jpg4441200Jeff Jay & Debra Jayhttps://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/LF-master-sm-340x75-2.jpgJeff Jay & Debra Jay2021-04-26 20:24:052024-08-13 13:33:55Don’t Forget the Children with Jerry Moe
Creative ways lower-cost treatment can provide excellent programs. Two treatment experts share their wisdom, offering hope for families and clients. Jim Balmer, co-founder of the Dawn Farm treatment program and Anna Byberg, clinical director, and incoming president of Dawn Farm.
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Licensed professionals like lawyers, pilots, doctors and other health professionals receive a very high level of treatment and support if they require addiction treatment. As a result, they achieve greater success. What makes the difference?
https://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/iStock-1146468265.jpg14142121Jeff Jay & Debra Jayhttps://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/LF-master-sm-340x75-2.jpgJeff Jay & Debra Jay2021-04-24 15:16:492024-08-13 13:34:23Recovery for Licensed Professionals with Buddy Stockwell
Deb Kuzmin is executive director at the Hanley Center, and John Dyben is the chief clinical officer at Origins Behavioral Healthcare. Their passion and commitment for helping families and patients is truly inspiring.
https://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/treatment-elements.jpeg8001200Jeff Jay & Debra Jayhttps://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/LF-master-sm-340x75-2.jpgJeff Jay & Debra Jay2021-04-23 17:12:222024-08-13 13:34:39Elements of Effective Treatment with Deb Kuzmin and John Dyben
https://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Gary-Fisher-header-photo-scaled.jpg17072560Jeff Jay & Debra Jayhttps://lovefirst.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/LF-master-sm-340x75-2.jpgJeff Jay & Debra Jay2021-04-12 14:51:482024-08-13 13:34:50Opiate Addiction and Recovery with Gary Fisher
Holly Jolly Alcohol Free Alternative
Staying safe and avoiding “Holiday Heart” are important topics.
Is AA Effective?
An exhaustive meta-study proves the effectiveness of AA. Did you hear about it?
Biggest Intervention Mistake
Almost every week, I get a call from a family who is about to make a terrible intervention mistake. They will almost guarantee failure in their attempt to get their loved one into treatment. I can only imagine how many families don’t call, and fall into this critical error.
Unexpected Happiness
“I was convinced I’d never be happy again,” he said. “I figured I might be able to quit drinking, but I knew I was going to be miserable.” He said this with a twinkle in his eye.
Free Webinars
Hazelden hosted 4 free webinars featuring Debra and Jeff Jay, and 4,000 attended. You can view the webinars anytime, after registration.
The Family Recovery Experience, Part 2
Real stories of families struggling with addiction who found happiness again.
Parenting and Marijuana
Dear Jeff and Debra: Our 16-year-old son is smoking marijuana. He doesn’t hide it, arguing that it is natural and legal. We’ve pointed out that it isn’t legal for him.
The Family Recovery Experience, part 1
Structured Family Recovery® helps families rebuild trust and find lasting happiness. The first of two podcasts that provide a window into the SFR experience.
Alcohol and Cancer
Research continues to show a strong link between cancer and alcohol. New studies demonstrate that alcoholics are not the only ones who need to be concerned. In fact, the latest numbers are startling.
Don’t Forget the Children with Jerry Moe
Children suffer silently when a parent is addicted, yet they are often forgotten. Jerry Moe has been at the forefront of helping the children of addicted families for decades.
Finding Lower Cost Treatment with Jim Balmer and Anna Byberg
Creative ways lower-cost treatment can provide excellent programs. Two treatment experts share their wisdom, offering hope for families and clients. Jim Balmer, co-founder of the Dawn Farm treatment program and Anna Byberg, clinical director, and incoming president of Dawn Farm.
Recovery for Licensed Professionals with Buddy Stockwell
Licensed professionals like lawyers, pilots, doctors and other health professionals receive a very high level of treatment and support if they require addiction treatment. As a result, they achieve greater success. What makes the difference?
Elements of Effective Treatment with Deb Kuzmin and John Dyben
Deb Kuzmin is executive director at the Hanley Center, and John Dyben is the chief clinical officer at Origins Behavioral Healthcare. Their passion and commitment for helping families and patients is truly inspiring.
Opiate Addiction and Recovery with Gary Fisher
Gary Fisher has been a leader in the behavioral health field for the past twenty years. He shares lessons learned regarding opiate addiction.
Al-Anon Resources
Al-Anon info, videos and PDF