Category: Sober living

By 1939 and the publication of The Big Book, Wilson and Smith revised their principles, expanding them to reflect their work and its progress. AA is, of course, heavily focused on principles of Christianity, but many of today’s groups have modernized the tenets to reflect a more diverse audience. Even so, the 12 Principles of […]

Addiction is defined as chronic use of a substance despite negative consequences. Effects of peyote include uncoordinated movements, excessive sweating, and flushing. Psilocybin can cause feelings of relaxation or introspection, but it can also produce nervousness, paranoia, and even feelings of panic. Dorwart has a Ph.D. from UC San Diego and is a health journalist […]