ALCOHOL AND YOUR HEALTH
People are often under the assumption that alcohol is not as bad for your health because it is a legal product. This belief could not be farther from the truth. Unfortunately, thousands of people drink alcohol in excess every day, which is causing numerous health complications. Alcohol has a damaging impact on the mind and […]
DEPRESSION AND ALCOHOLISM
Alcoholism has long been linked to mental illness. These include, but are not limited to, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and anxiety. Many people may not even realize they have these illnesses because they refuse to seek professional help and guidance. People who are experiencing major life stresses like a breakup or job loss commonly […]
FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDERS
On September 9th, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism recognized International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Day. First recognized in 1999, the day is meant to be a reminder that there is no safe level of drinking while pregnant and to raise awareness about the conditions that can result from alcohol use […]
HOW STRESS AND ALCOHOL USE GO HAND-IN-HAND
As much as we may try to hide it, stress is a problem that affects all of us, whether we experience it frequently or sporadically. From completing a rigorous work schedule to finishing a difficult test at school, everyone from children to young adults will feel a bit stressed out once or twice. It’s only […]
ARE DRUG AND ALCOHOL ADDICTION GENETIC?
At one point in your life, you will probably know someone who suffers from drug addiction or alcoholism. This person can be a friend or perhaps someone much more, who has simply gone down the wrong path (or suffers from severe pain and turns to self-medication). However, for many people around the world, this horror […]
FOUR COMMON STAGES OF A FUNCTIONING ALCOHOLIC
It can start early or late in life. It can start with binge drinking or with just a couple of drinks after work. They can make it through the day without losing track of responsibilities or seeming drunk. The functional alcoholic is just that. Functional. In order to determine if someone is a functioning alcoholic, […]
ZAC EFRON SPEAKS ABOUT HIS STRUGGLE WITH DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
Being at the center of the public spotlight certainly has its ups and downs, and child and teen stars are probably the best examples of these fluctuating “new faces.” Try to imagine the difficulties you faced during your younger years (if you are an older adult) and throw Hollywood glam, tight filming schedules, pushy agents, […]
Alcohol’s Effect on the Body
Alcohol’s Effect on the Body Today, an estimated 28.3 million Americans, or 10.2% of the adult population, are addicted to alcohol. With an estimated 69% of the population drinking regularly and nearly 26% of the population binge drinking regularly, that’s not a surprise. Alcohol is a potent intoxicant, yet it’s incredibly socially accepted and even […]
Brain Fog After Quitting Alcohol
The 12 Steps of Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
