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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
It starts out with a beer during the game, or a martini after work. But slowly, alcohol has become an essential part of your loved one’s life, to the point where you have genuine concerns. How do you know when it’s time to seek alcohol treatment and rehab? According...
