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5 Diseases Caused or Worsened by Alcohol Abuse

Aug 23, 2021 | Alcohol

You probably already know that alcohol can damage your liver and also cause weight gain. Alcohol converts to sugar in your bloodstream, which provokes an insulin response that studies show can lead to weight gain by causing your body’s cells to store glucose as fat....

Did You Start Drinking Too Much During the Pandemic?

Aug 2, 2021 | Alcohol

Days of unemployment and added stress – or even remote work where “happy hour” could start virtually anytime and was as close as your kitchen — led many people to start drinking more regularly during the pandemic. You may have been facing the pressure of...

Physical Signs That Someone Is Drinking Too Much

May 24, 2021 | Alcohol, Drug & Alcohol Abuse

Some alcoholics are very good at hiding their addiction. They could be categorized as high-functioning alcoholics and successfully manage work, family, and social life without anyone being the wiser to their drinking habits. Their physical appearance, however, can...

Is Your Loved One Treating Anxiety with Alcohol or Drugs?

May 17, 2021 | Alcohol, Drug, Drug & Alcohol Abuse

Anxiety is a common affliction, but its symptoms are not always obvious to the person who suffers from this condition or the people who love them. They may feel crazy or be marked as a “worrier,” but there is nothing crazy about anxiety. It’s a valid mental health...

The Cost of Alcoholism

Apr 12, 2021 | Alcohol, Drug & Alcohol Abuse

Alcohol abuse affects every aspect of life, from your health and your relationships to your career and your finances. And the cost may be more than you bargained for. Find out what alcoholism is costing you—and commit to making a change. The Cost to Your Physical...

Facing Addiction: How Can You Get Help?

Jul 29, 2019 | Alcohol, Drug & Alcohol Abuse

Alcohol, opiates, amphetamines—it doesn’t matter your drug of choice. When you get to the point you realize you don’t want to stay on this path, you need to ask for help. This may not be easy to do. But the good news is, in most cases, family or friends have been...