“So, when we talk about possible so-called safer levels of alcohol consumption or about its protective effects, we are ignoring the bigger picture of alcohol harm in our Region and…
Drinking doesn’t just affect your body—it has profound impacts on your brain and emotions as well. As your body tries to process and expel excessive amounts of what does being…
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…
As many celebrities in recovery and successful people who have overcome drug addiction will tell you, getting treatment for both disorders is critical to lasting recovery. An estimated 20 million…
Prescription drugs, especially the opioid analgesics, now cause more deaths than heroin and cocaine. All of these drugs can cause central nervous system and respiratory depression. They form deadly combinations…
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…