Alcohol and the Elderly
As a person ages, they are faced with many major life changing events and some of these may lead to…
Read MoreBuilding Assertiveness in Early Sobriety
People in early recovery often need help developing assertiveness skills. Problems related to caustic relationships, codependency and fear of conflict…
Read MoreWomen and Alcohol
Women differ from men in many ways, and the way that they metabolize alcohol is no exception. When we drink…
Read MoreStaying Sober After Residential Treatment
While staying sober can be a daunting task, there are things you can do to increase your chances of staying…
Read MoreMisconceptions About Alcohol Use
Sometimes life can feel a bit lonely as a non-drinker, especially when it’s a new identity. It can feel like…
Read MoreAlcohol and How it Effects Quality Sleep
According to the National Sleep Foundation, as many as 20% of adults use alcohol to go to sleep. Especially when…
Read MoreWhat Can Happen by Mixing Alcohol and Other Depressants?
What are Depressants? Depressants are drugs and prescription medications that can change the function of the central nervous system (CNS).…
Read MoreIs Alcohol a Depressant?
Alcohol Use Alcohol is a legal drug that is used for recreational purposes that people typically use to help deal…
Read MoreChanging the Culture of Alcohol
Different cultures and groups of people have different belief systems and practices when it comes to alcohol. Those of us…
Read MoreAlcohol-Related Liver Disease
Liver disease from alcohol ingestion can develop when a certain threshold is reached. When someone drinks on a daily basis…
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