What Defines an Alcoholic – Knowing the Signs
Most adults have an alcoholic beverage at some point in their lives. In many areas and cultures, reaching the legal drinking age and celebrating by …
Substance Abuse & The Covid-19 Connection
When the world came to a halt the orders for craft supplies on Amazon seemed to triple. Home Depot found DIY home and garden materials begin to fly …
What to Do After a Relapse
Whether you’ve received professional drug or alcohol addiction treatment before, or have tried abstaining from drug and alcohol use on your own, …
How Do You Know if You Are an Alcoholic?
Drinking alcohol is a socially accepted practice. In fact, alcohol is rarely difficult to find. In addition to being offered at restaurants, bars, and …
What Is an Alcoholic Blackout?
Most people will consume alcohol at some point in their lives. Alcohol is incredibly accessible, socially accepted, and in many settings, nearly …
The Importance Of Ongoing Support In Your Recovery
Completing a drug and alcohol treatment program may leave you feeling strong. After 30 days of examining your behaviors, identifying triggers, and …
How Meditation Can Help Your Recovery
New age meets old school in this approach to treating mental health issues. You’ve seen social media gurus and life coaches post about it. …
Does the Tough Love Approach Work for Addiction?
It’s a simple solution to a very complicated problem. It often comes from someone who shares no emotional attachment to the person of concern. When …
How Family Members Can Help an Alcoholic
The smell of their breath or the lateness of the hour give away the secret. Sometimes speech is loud and boisterous. Other times the words arrive like …
Support for Families Impacted by Addiction
Watching a loved one struggle through addiction can be one of the most difficult and isolating experiences of your life. Unlike most disorders, …