Physical dependence is often misunderstood. It is common for a person with substance abuse to want to stop using drugs only to find it nearly impossible to just stop on their own. Willpower is not enough. The reason for this is because of the changes that occur in the brain after long-term abuse. If you…
Drug abuse can happen anywhere. As an employer, you may be concerned about what you can do to ensure your employees are getting any help they need for drug addiction. Finding the right balance of support and guidance while ensuring you are doing what you can to keep other employees and customers safe is not…
Alcohol poisoning is a life-threatening condition. If you believe you or someone you love could be suffering from it, it’s critical to head to the hospital right away or to call 911. Understanding what this condition is as well as what it means to have alcoholism is essential. Alcoholism treatment can be very effective when…
Binge drinking is a dangerous process. It involves consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time, generally four to five drinks within a few hours. When you engage in this high of a level of consumption, you put your organs at risk. They cannot keep up. However, many people fail to…
The New Year is the ideal time to make decisions about your future. Perhaps you are working on your sober living goals. You may be thinking about making the decision to get help for addiction. Setting goals for the next year that will help you on your journey to recovery can be helpful. Reach out…