What Is A Dry Drunk?
The road to recovery from alcohol use disorder can be long and arduous. Stopping to drink represents a significant first step in your life. It is more complicated than giving up alcohol most of the time, however, to become sober. It may be challenging to deal with “dry drunk syndrome,” a term from Alcoholics Anonymous […]
Rule 62 and How You Can Apply it to Your Life
If you’ve been to a treatment center before or attended a 12-step meeting, then you may have heard of rule 62. There are plenty of questions about this rule 62. What is rule 62? Where does rule 62 come from? Where did it originate from? How can I apply it to my life? We’re here […]
10 Helpful Tips on Staying Sober for July 4th
About two-thirds of individuals relapse within weeks or months of treatment. Meanwhile, about 85% of individuals relapse within a year of treatment. Learning how to spot and manage your triggers is essential. Holidays like the Fourth of July, for example, can feel difficult. It’s a day for fun and celebration! Unfortunately, surrounding yourself with temptation […]
What Are the Dangers of an Alcohol Detox at Home?
About 14.5 million people ages 12 and older had alcohol use disorder (AUD) as of 2019. Only 7.2% of people who have AUD receive treatment. About 95,000 die due to alcohol-related causes every year as a result. Alcohol contributes to about 18% of emergency department visits every year, too. You don’t have to wait until […]
The Dangers of Peer Pressure
Did you know that two-thirds of students have tried alcohol by 12th grade? Meanwhile, half of the 9th-12th grade students admitted to using marijuana. On the other hand, 4 in 10 students tried smoking cigarettes. Among the reasons for consuming alcohol, drugs, and cigarettes is peer pressure. Are you looking to find out how you […]
How Alcohol Affects the Brain
Drinking alcohol might make you feel good at the moment, but it has profound momentary and lasting effects on your body. It’s easy to see how alcohol negatively impacts the body. It’s also well-documented how prolonged alcohol use can affect your heart, liver, and immune system. What isn’t as easily apparent, however, is how alcohol […]
What Is a High-Functioning Alcoholic?
The word “alcoholic” often sparks a picture of someone whose life is falling apart because of an alcohol addiction. You may envision an alcoholic as someone who is sloppy and unable to hold down a job or maintain relationships. Perhaps they even have legal issues from driving under the influence or making poor decisions while […]
Is Any Alcohol Safe During Pregnancy?
Pregnant women get a lot of confusing answers to “Can I drink during pregnancy?” One of the most crucial areas that they should be worried about is what to eat and during pregnancy. Especially with a lot of psychological changes going on, it becomes increasingly difficult for them to adjust without their comfort food and […]
Finding Strength Through a Higher Power in Recovery
1 in 7 people in the United States has or will battle with, a substance addiction. Recovery isn’t easy. In fact, some days, it can feel downright impossible. Those who created 12-step programs and many rehab institutions are aware of this, and they know just how challenging it can be. And that’s why the second […]
The Dangers of Quitting Alcohol Cold Turkey
Alcohol is a poison Yes, we realize it’s a bit harsh to make this statement forthright, but it is true. Despite this underlying knowledge, so many societies in the world forget this fact and only see alcohol for its dopamine-encouraging tendencies. Many cultures, including American culture, deem it as a social pastime rooted in tradition, […]