by Mark Shaw | Sep 25, 2022 | TAC Blog
By TAC TEAM with Dr. Mark E. Shaw Our recent fictional scenarios explained that: John (age 36), Jake (age 15), and Donnie (age 21) are pursuing the best version of themselves today, but sadly, this could be their final day on earth. They may not be aware that fentanyl...
by Mark Shaw | Sep 24, 2022 | TAC Blog
By TAC TEAM with Dr. Mark E. Shaw Part 3 of 3 John, Jake, and Donnie are all in danger of dying in the fentanyl epidemic, but how will we pursue them and what message are we going to proclaim to them? Harm reduction methods say: “Be safe!” “Take care!” “Use with a...
by Mark Shaw | Sep 23, 2022 | TAC Blog
By TAC Team with Dr. Mark E. Shaw (Part 2 of 3) In our part 1 post, you read the fictional scenarios about: John (age 36) is seeking same high from his usual drug of choice from one of his usual dealers. Jake (age 15) is trying out a new vape for the first time...
by Mark Shaw | Sep 22, 2022 | TAC Blog
by TAC TEAM with Dr. Mark E. Shaw Part 1 (of 3) John (age 36) is seeking the same high from his usual drug of choice from one of his usual dealers. Jake (age 15) is experimenting with vaping for the first time. His friend at school gives it to him so he can “stay...
by Mark Shaw | Jul 20, 2022 | TAC Blog
This article was written with assistance from TAC team Why Does Relapse Occur? Someone with six years of sobriety said he returned to his addictive choices. There were no physical reasons like cravings or withdrawal for his return. Clearly, his physical body was clean...
by Mark Shaw | Jun 9, 2022 | TAC Blog, Uncategorized
Commissioned Addictions Biblical Counselor, Shirley Crowder, teaches about an eternal focus by encouraging us with this thought: “As Christ followers, we have the promise, and the hope, and the assurance that we will spend eternity in heaven with God the Father… and...
