Obsession and compulsion are the main symptoms One of the challenges in recognising alcoholism as a disease is that it does not appear to be one. It doesn’t look, sound,…
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What Happens When You Quit Drinking Alcohol?
A new life awaits Your body and mind experience a variety of changes when you stop drinking. But depending on how much and how often you drink, these effects can…
The Magic of 12-Step Programmes
Why they work Alcohol in the UK Every day, the world is entangled in new battles with new forms of addiction. But, in reality, it’s a spiritual battle. When people…
Substance Use and Substance Abuse
What’s the difference? If you’ve heard the terms “substance use” and “substance abuse,” you might be wondering if they mean the same thing or if there’s a distinction between them….
Top 10 Common New Year’s Resolutions
And How to Keep Them Every year, millions make New Year’s resolutions. Each year, themes include better health and fitness, finances, and personal and professional development. Setting goals is a…
Celebrating New Year’s Eve Sober
A Survivor’s Guide The start of a new year should be a happy time, but it can be anything but for people trying hard to stay sober. Between Thanksgiving and…