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The Dangers of Mixing Alcohol with Energy Drinks
About 30 percent of college students consume alcohol mixed with energy drinks in a typical month, according to a new study by the University of Florida. While these drinks may give people an extra boost of energy, they may also be putting them at increased risk for drunkenness and impaired driving. Read the story »
Researchers Find Link Between Stress Hormone, Alcohol Dependence
One of the most perplexing questions about substance abuse and addiction is “why?” Why are some people capable of enjoying a drink or two in moderation, while others are compelled to abuse alcohol to the detriment of their personal and professional lives? Read the story »
Pain Clinics and Painkiller Addiction
With painkiller abuse on the rise across the United States, sources of painkillers are being subjected to increasing scrutiny. Read the story »
How to Avoid Relapse
Successfully completing a drug rehab program is a great accomplishment, and it is a very difficult and challenging undertaking. For most people, however, simply getting through substance abuse treatment is not the end of the challenges that they face: Avoiding relapse is arguably one of the most difficult parts of maintaining recovery over time. Read the story »
Am I an Alcoholic?
There has been some confusion about what alcoholism is. Many people mistakenly assume that being an alcoholic is based on how many drinks they consume, but like any other disease, there are varying stages and levels. Read the story »
Treatment Options for Alcohol Abuse & Addiction
With approximately 14 million Americans suffering from alcohol abuse or addiction, a discussion of alcohol abuse and addiction treatment options is not only timely, it is extremely relevant. Read the story »
Talking to a Loved One about Addiction
No one likes to admit that someone they love might be in trouble. But even though this admission may be difficult, it’s nothing compared to the difficulty your loved ones will face if they really are in trouble and never get the help they need. Read the story »
Real Life Stories
The Trauma of War Sends Soldiers Spiraling Toward Addiction
In a span of just over four years, Joseph Dwyer went from a celebrated icon of the U.S. military’s war on terrorism to another tragic statistic in the...
Living Sober
Maintaining Your Sobriety While DatingDating can be fun, but it can also be daunting, especially when you’re working on your sobriety. If you are wondering whether...
Recovery: A Family AffairAs part of Alcohol Awareness Month in April, the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is promoting...
Combining Certain Foods Promotes Good Health in RecoveryA significant component of recovering from addiction is recovering physical health. Substance abuse disrupts the body’s ability to...
Early Recovery
Methadone vs. Suboxone: Which Will Work Better For You
There’s no miracle cure for opiate addiction. Sooner or later, all opiate addicts will have to...
Making Excuses for Alcoholism
Addiction is often accompanied by denial. Denial makes it possible for the addict to continue his habits...
Cognitive Impairment and Recovery from Alcoholism
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), brain damage is a “common...
Old Timer Talk
Tempted by Alcohol? Strategies to Avoid or Prevent Slips.Different people have different recovery experiences. There is no question that some people have to white-knuckle it (fight temptation...
Reflections at 21 YearsAs I approach my 22nd anniversary of sobriety (August 1st) I keep thinking about a friend of mine who lost his sobriety at 20 years....
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