Each therapy offers unique benefits, and finding the right therapist to develop new skills for managing intense emotions and behavioral patterns is crucial. Developed by psychologist Marsha Linehan, DBT combines…
This is because liquor is made by distilling fermented sugar, while beer is brewed from grain. As a result, the sugar content in beer is generally lower than in liquors.…
Tony Loneman, a character in Tommy Orange's 2018 novel There There, was born with fetal alcohol syndrome, which he calls "the Drome". The best prevention method is to avoid alcohol…
Other early signs of alcoholism include blackout drinking or a drastic change in demeanor while drinking, such as consistently becoming angry or violent. The less alcohol you drink, the lower…
It’s very important that individuals in recovery continue to receive support and care after rehab as well. Temptations and cravings often pop up for years after, especially in times of…
People who experience dissonance but have no way to resolve it may also feel powerless or guilty. However, this mode of dissonance reduction frequently presents problems for people, as it…
It’s particularly therapeutic to find something to do with your hands. When I quit drinking, I was lucky to have a spouse that supported my decision. I have gone to…