Even though the side effects of quitting alcohol can be scary, the impact this disease is having on the United States is even more frightening. It’s hard to believe, but one in eight Americans, or [...]
Alcoholism is a terrible condition, and as with all diseases, it’s essential to understand the common causes of alcoholism. Knowing what can increase the risk of addiction helps at-risk individuals for a few reasons. Whether [...]
With hundreds of drug and alcohol treatment programs in the state of Florida alone, it can be overwhelming to choose a program that's best for you or someone you love. But it's not a hopeless [...]
Overcoming addiction isn't about grinning and bearing through the pain. Addiction isn't a "bad habit" you can shake with some extra willpower and a little positive thinking. It's actually a chronic disorder that could have [...]
According to surveys published by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, as many as 86 percent of Americans over the age of 17 say they consumed alcohol at some point during their lives. [...]
Addiction is a very personal disorder, but it's not one that anyone has to battle alone. Whether you slipped into addiction slowly over years of alcohol use or find yourself with cravings and withdrawals after [...]
Quitting alcohol can feel impossible, especially if drinking is a daily habit and you’ve been drinking heavily for a long time. Those who wonder how harmful it really is to continue drinking will be interested [...]
When someone you care about is struggling with addiction, it can bring out a wide range of emotions. Not only are you worried and want to do whatever you can to help, but you'll also [...]
These days, all we hear about are the pills. We turn on the news and another person is overdosing on opioids. We flip the channel and learn about a new lawsuit against a drug maker. [...]
Addiction’s Prisoners When a loved one struggling with addiction is facing incarceration for a crime, jail might not be the only option. Alternative sentencing programs work to help people recover from their addictions as an [...]