Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Rehab, Alcoholism, College Substance Use, Mental Health
The Alcohol and Depression Connection
I used to drink to feel better. I needed to get that immediate relief and escape from my everyday life. It led me to a crippling alcohol addiction that lasted years and drove away a lot of cherished people in my life. I am still working to make up for the wrongs that I committed… Read More
Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Rehab
Why Is Fentanyl So Dangerous?
Once I found myself falling victim to a full-fledged fentanyl addiction, I knew I was gambling with death even more than I was before. I became addicted to opiates in my teenage years and eventually ended up becoming a heroin addict. When I was introduced to fentanyl, it almost killed me. I overdosed the first… Read More
Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Rehab
Addiction Treatment in Scottsdale
Finding the Help You Need in Scottsdale, AZ Like people all across the country, many residents of Scottsdale, AZ, are affected by substance problems. These problems may include drug or alcohol addiction. They may also include dangerous, non-addicted abuse of these substances. In addition, some people are affected by combined symptoms of addiction and abuse.… Read More
Addiction Aftercare, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Sobriety
Moderation Management
The Pros and Cons of Harm Reduction for Substance Problems No matter where you live in the U.S., substance problems are common. Some affected people are addicted to drugs or alcohol. Others are affected by serious, non-addicted abuse. In most treatment programs, the goal is substance abstinence. However, some programs rely on a different approach… Read More
Addiction Aftercare, Addiction Recovery, Alcohol Addiction, Holiday Stress
Post Holiday Blues Syndrome
Coping With Post-Holiday Depression The holidays are traditionally a time of fun and celebration. But what happens when the season ends? Many people simply savor their memories and make the transition back to daily life. However, others experience feelings of sadness or depression when the holiday season comes to a close. If this happens to… Read More
Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Rehab, Alcoholism, Love and Sobriety, Parent
Dealing With an Alcoholic Parent
Every year, millions of children in the U.S. grow up in a family with at least one alcoholic parent. Other people have parents who only began to develop alcohol problems in later life
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Ben Affleck Opens Up About His Alcohol Addiction and Journey to Sobriety
At the end of February, Ben Affleck made a guest appearance on Good Morning America, where he got real and raw about his past — Ben Affleck and his alcohol addiction struggles. Early in his career, the Oscar Award-winning star worked hard but partied even harder without shying away from the media. His frequent public… Read More
Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Rehab, Alcoholism
Am I an Alcoholic?
What is an Alcoholic? When it comes to asking yourself tough questions, one of the hardest might be: “Am I an alcoholic?” It can be difficult for someone to tell if they are drinking more than they should be. But it is an important question to find an answer to if you are questioning your… Read More
Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Rehab, Drug Abuse, Drug Rehab, Love and Sobriety
Is Being in a Relationship With a Person Struggling with Addiction Possible?
What is Considered a Person Struggling with Addiction? An addict is someone who compulsively uses a substance even when they know it is harming them. Addiction has a major influence on the way that a person thinks, feels, and acts. Some those struggling with addiction know they have a problem but cannot stop using drugs… Read More
Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Rehab, Alcoholism
Is Alcoholism a Chronic Disease?
What is Alcoholism? Simply put, alcoholism is an addiction to drinking alcohol. This may require alcoholism treatment. It can also be called alcohol use disorder, or AUD. Alcohol use disorder can be mild, moderate, or severe. Those in need of alcoholism treatment have the most severe type of AUD and are at the highest risk… Read More
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