The 5 Top Drinking Holidays in the USA [Infographic]
Holidays should be a day of fun and of celebration. Unfortunately, however, many of the top drinking holidays cause accidents or relapse. Excessive drinking can also be a catalyst toward…
Alcohol Abuse Definition
In a nutshell, an alcohol abuse definition is when any person abuses alcohol. Of course, this can mean different things to different people. It is less about the amount of…
When Will I Be Sober?
If you are like others who suffer from an alcohol abuse problem, you may have experienced the highs and lows of trying to quit drinking. It can be frustrating, trying…
How Long Does It Take to Detox from Alcohol?
One of the first questions people starting recovery ask is, “How long does it take to detox from alcohol?” The answer to this question depends on the severity of the…
Giving Up Alcohol is for Quitters
If you’ve ever tried giving up alcohol, you may have realized that it’s not as easy as it sounds. Those who are in your close circle of family and friends…
When Is Alcohol Abuse Treatment Needed?
When does social drinking become alcohol abuse? While alcohol may be legal, many people become addicted to it. Once someone suffers from alcoholism, alcohol abuse treatment is necessary for sobriety,…
Enough is Enough – 3 Ways to Figure Out How to Stop Drinking
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism performed a survey in 2014. Nearly 90 percent of individuals over the age of 18 reported that they had drank alcohol at…
This is How A Drinking Problem Develops
In America alone, more than 14 million people struggle with a drinking problem of some kind. Whether alcohol abuse or alcoholism, drinking problems can lead to devastating financial, emotional and…
Is Alcohol a Depressant?
Your friends have a drink. They become more talkative and gestures become animated. They’re up for a night on the town. However, after a few more drinks, actions seem to…
I’m an Alcoholic
If you have ever said, “ I’m an alcoholic ,” then you have already taken the first step. Once you recognize that drinking is a problem, you can begin the…