Alcoholism and Addiction Recovery
The LightHeart Institute provides outpatient mental health services for individuals and family members suffering from various addictions to substances (alcohol, mood-altering drugs, etc) and processes (work, relationships, shopping, etc). We incorporate the philosophy of the Twelve Step model of Alcoholics Anonymous, and the belief that addiction is a disease and that abstinence is the first step to manage the condition. Our holistic approach addresses the emotional, physical, mental and spiritual needs of our clients.
If you have a concern about yourself, or a loved one's behavior call The LightHeart Institute at 585-288-6160. We will be happy to schedule an appointment for you.
Self-Tests
What are the Signs of Alcoholism?
This test will help you identify the signs of addiction and the progression of the disease in yourself. It might indicate to you whether you or a member of your family needs help.
Adult Personality Characteristic Assessment
Find out if you can relate to characteristics common to Adult Children of Alcoholics/Addictions (ACOA).
Children of Alcoholics Screening Test (CAST)
Find out if you can relate to the feelings, behavior and experiences commonly related to experiencing a parent's alcohol use.
Twenty Questions: How Do I Know If I'm A Workaholic?
This test will help you identify signs of workaholism.
Characteristics of Workaholics
Find out if you can relate to symptoms associated with workaholism.
Symptoms Of Co-Dependency
Find out if you can relate to symptoms associated with Co-Dependency.
Resources to Help You
Face to Face Twelve-Step Meetings
AA - http://www.rochester-ny-aa.org/pdf/MeetingList.pdf
Alanon/Alateen/Alatot - http://www.aisrochester.org/pdf/meetinglist.pdf
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics/Addictions)
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OA (Overeaters Anonymous) - http://rochesteroa.com/meetings.htm
SIA (Survivors of Incest Anonymous)
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On the web
Alcoholics Anonymous: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org
ACOA : www.adultchildren.org
Al-Anon/Alateen Family Group: www.al-anon.org
Gamblers Anonymous: www.gamblersanonymous.org
Marijuana Anonymous: www.marijuana-anonymous.org
Narcotics Anonymous: www.na.org
Nicotine Anonymous: www.nicotine-anonymous.org
Overeaters Anonymous: www.rochesteroa.com
Survivors of Incest Anonymous: www.siawso.org
Workaholics Anonymous: www.workaholics-anonymous.org
Organizations
Alateen Al-Anon Family Group, 1600 Corporate Landing Parkway, Virginia Beach, VA 23454-5617, 888-425-2666
American Council for Drug Education, 164 West 74th Street, New York, NY 10023, 800-488-DRUG
National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI), P.O. Box 2345, Rockville, MD 20847, 800-729-6686
National Council On Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD), 244 East 58th Street, 4th Floor New York, NY 10022, 212-269-7797
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), 5635 Fischers Lane, MSC 934 Bethesda, MD 20892-9304, 301-443-3860
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 6001 Executive Boulevard, Room 5213, Bethesda, MD 20892-9561, 301-443-1124
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An alcoholic is someone whose drinking causes a problem in any department of
his life.
An addiction is anything you feel you need to
lie about.
Anonymous
Take the Drinking Self-Test
CAGE is the most widely used test in clinical practice. The test includes four questions and takes only a few minutes.
- Have you ever felt you should CUT DOWN on your drinking?
- Have people ANNOYED you by criticizing your drinking?
- Have you ever felt GUILTY about your drinking?
- Have you ever had a drink first thing in the morning as an EYE OPENER to steady your nerves or get rid of a hangover?
If you answered yes to at least two of these questions, you are at risk of having a problem with alcohol. Speak with your physician to determine if a problem exists. There are other diagnostic tools available to help you identify whether you have a problem with alcohol or drugs.