A common belief until recently was that moderate drinking is beneficial for the heart. The idea that sparked this belief is the French Paradox — the notion that there’s...
Left untreated, an alcohol use disorder can wreak havoc on several of the body’s major organs. While some of this damage can heal, stopping alcohol use immediately is the...
When we think about people dealing with a substance abuse disorder, many people would not include the elderly in that group. But statistics show that there are many elderly...
Super Bowl LVI is fast approaching, and an estimated 96 million fans are likely to tune in for one of the greatest sporting events of the year. Who’ll be...
If you’ve made it through rehab and beaten drug addiction, you may be wondering if it’s ok to have a drink in recovery or sobriety. First of all, congratulations!...
It can be hard to understand why alcoholics relapse. People with alcohol use disorder (AUD) are more than just “alcoholics.” They are individuals with hopes and dreams. They are...
Social media impacts addiction in young people by glorifying substance use and providing a network for finding drugs or alcohol. While there are good uses for social networks, the...