Our Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
This has been a difficult year for all of us. From the high-tension presidential election to the unexpected global pandemic and widespread lockdowns, we have all been through quite a lot. Of course, some ...
Substance Abuse, Addiction and Treatment in Florida
Florida's Drug Addiction Problem Florida is known as an idyllic vacation destination, famous for its white, sandy beaches, rich culture and vibrant nightlife. However, while the state of Florida has an endless amount of ...
10 Tips for Staying Positive During Alcohol Recovery
Just like making any major life changes, making the transition from active alcoholism to committed recovery can be a little difficult to navigate at times. Those who are new to recovery will be learning ...
The Truth About Ptsd and Alcoholism
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a psychiatric disorder that is typically caused by a severe traumatic experience, or a set of traumatic experiences. The American Psychiatric Association reports that PTSD affects over 3.5 percent of ...
What are the Long Term Effects of Alcohol Abuse?
Alcohol is by far the most widely accepted and frequently used chemical substance in the world. For many, drinking is a part of day-to-day life - having a glass of wine at the end ...
How to Tell If Your Child Is Abusing Alcohol
For many teenagers and young adults, experimenting with marijuana and alcohol are actually the norm. However, there is a huge distinction between experimentation and abuse. Most teenagers will be peer pressured into trying a ...
Study Report: How Alcoholics Anonymous and Other 12‐step Programs Lead To Successful Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder
Does Alcoholics Anonymous Really Work? A new study recently published by the Cochrane Library dove deep into evidence surrounding the effectiveness of 12-step programs in helping alcoholics and addicts maintain long-term sobriety. For years, ...
Top Ten Reasons To Quit Drinking Beer and Alcohol
For the average person, drinking alcohol can be a fun social activity or a component of relaxing and unwinding after a long day at work (think grabbing a beer with friends or sipping on ...
Important Alcohol and Alcoholism Addiction Facts and Statistics
Because of this, those that are actually struggling with alcohol abuse or addiction might have a difficult time discerning whether or not their problem is serious and requires professional care. Alcohol addiction is both ...
Relapse Prevention – Dealing With Highly Triggered Areas: Sporting Events
Being new to addiction recovery can be challenging for a variety of reasons. You’re learning how to have fun without the use of drugs and alcohol, you’re beginning on a major journey of self-discovery ...
