Polysubstance abuse, a condition often misunderstood, refers to the simultaneous misuse of more than one substance. Individuals who engage in this behavior do not exhibit a preferred drug of choice but consume various substances, elevating their risk of severe health consequences. This destructive pattern, also known as polysubstance use disorder, can lead to severe physical,…
Summertime is approaching, and many people are starting to look forward to celebrating outdoors with friends and family. For men and women who are newly sober, you want to find new ways to celebrate with friends without the need for drugs and alcohol. Hundreds of refreshing mocktails are easy to make for a non-alcoholic party.…
Alcoholism is one of the leading causes of divorce and broken families in the U.S. and impacts millions of individuals and families yearly. The way that alcoholism affects families is different for each family. Families who don’t openly communicate will miss important signs of a growing addiction, while other families may even be part of…
Recovery from alcoholism is a complex process that can take several months or longer, depending on the severity of the addiction and the person’s willingness to get healthy. While there is no cure for addiction, there are several stages of recovery from alcoholism that are proven to promote lifelong sobriety and other healthy life skills.…
If you or your family members have struggled with alcoholism, you may be wondering if alcoholism is genetic. While research doesn’t provide a definitive answer, there are suggestions that alcoholism can be genetic. There is also research showing the role of behavioral patterns, nurture, and generational trauma in the development of addiction. If you or…
Alcohol cravings can be challenging, but with the right approach, you can learn how to manage them more effectively. Ensure that you control your alcohol cravings by understanding why they occur and following simple steps to reduce or eliminate them. Learning to manage alcohol cravings can be an important part of recovery. If you or…
Alcohol addiction is a treatable mental health disorder that impacts millions of people and their families. Supporting an alcoholic loved one during recovery is vital to help them complete the program and maintain their sobriety. The more support they have, the easier it can be for them to reach recovery goals. One key benefit of…
Alcohol is a legal substance that can create a powerful addiction in many people. It takes time for someone to become addicted to alcohol, and many people will never think they are. They may call themselves “social drinkers” when they are just in denial about their own addiction. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can be mild to…
Alcohol is a substance that can be highly addictive and can often lead to alcohol dependence or addiction. Once an addiction has developed, alcohol withdrawal symptoms can be excruciating and last for days, and many times will result in failure and keep people from trying again. To successfully break a dependency on alcohol, it may…
Alcohol is a big part of our culture. As children, we subconsciously desire to drink after watching our parents consume alcohol and have a good time without even realizing what it is. Today, alcoholism affects tens of millions of teens and adults each year. Recovering from alcoholism is possible and can be done safely and…