Understanding Addiction

Recognize the signs of addiction in yourself or a loved one and learn when it’s time to seek help.

trauma and alcoholism

Why Trauma Often Leads to Addiction

Trauma and alcoholism often co-occur. Learn about the link between these two disorders. When you find yourself dealing with alcoholism, you might wonder how it even happened. What was the trigger for developing a drinking problem in the first…
Am I An Addict

Am I an Addict

You might be noticing the signs of increased tolerance to a substance and are wondering, “Am I an addict?” You are lucky if you are picking up on the signs of addiction at an early stage. The earlier you admit there is a problem and seek…
need to stop drinking alcohol

Need to Stop Drinking Alcohol

Excessive drinking can wreak havoc on your life. Learn 5 reasons why you need to stop drinking alcohol now. How many times have you kicked yourself after indulging in a night of heavy drinking?  You may feel so awful you question whether you…
Self Medicating With Alcohol

Self-Medicating with Alcohol

Is Self Medicating a Form of Addiction? When you suffer from depression or anxiety and end up self-medicating with alcohol, it only makes things worse. For someone struggling with a mental health issue, alcohol can feel like a godsend. The…