Category: Alcohol

Understanding Alcoholism

What are the treatment options for alcohol use disorders? For many people, consuming alcohol is simply a pleasant way to unwind. People with alcohol use problems, on the other hand,…

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Adult Alcoholic Children

Overcoming Childhood Addiction Trauma “Perhaps the biggest tragedy in our lives is that freedom is possible, yet we can pass our years trapped in the same old patterns”- Tara Brach…

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The Effects of Alcohol on the Brain

They really don’t go well together It’s no secret that a night of drinking can make your head spin, from the immediate brain high to the hangover-like feelings and headaches…

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Alcoholism and Depression

How the GPR39 Gene links both conditions You might not have heard of the GPR39 gene. No, it’s not a James Bond gadget. However, you may know someone who would…

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Getting Sober, Getting Spiritual

Spirituality is part of addiction recovery Recovering from an addiction can be hard on your body and mind, especially if you’ve been using drugs for a long time. A person’s…

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6 Ways Alcohol and Drugs Damage Relationships

Addiction impacts all areas of the person’s life More than just damaging the person with substance use disorder, substance abuse damages those around them, particularly their relationships. Mental health, finances,…

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