Addiction & Recovery Articles

Starting the journey to overcome any substance addiction can be a daunting task. For individuals grappling with alcohol use disorder, the initial steps towards recovery are particularly challenging due to the physical dependency that develops due to chronic alcohol consumption....

Learning to set boundaries during recovery is a crucial part of the process. You’ve likely heard the term “boundaries,” but you may not have thought much about what it means. Maybe your struggle with unclear boundaries returns to a difficult...

Binge drinking is a significant problem in the United States, one that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has labeled as “the most common, costly, and deadly” form of excessive drinking. Recent data from a 2021 survey reveals that a...

Over the past decade, alcohol has become more than just a part of client entertainment or holiday parties at the workplace. It has become an employee perk, with afternoon happy hours, beer fridges, and open bars becoming common. While drinking...

Have you ever wondered, “is addiction genetic?” It’s a common question, and research suggests that genetics and environmental factors play a role in addiction. However, having a family history of addiction doesn’t guarantee your future. To understand how genes affect...