Is There Research to Back Up AA’s Effectiveness?
According to a paper published in the Journal of Addictive Diseases, “Research on the effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is …
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I’m in AA: How Do I Tell My Friends I Can’t Go to the Bar Anymore?
Because the very first step of Alcoholics Anonymous asks you to admit that you are “powerless over alcohol,” and therefore …
Continue readingA New Frontier: Medications for Treating Alcohol Abuse
For decades the treatment options for alcoholism remained the same. This tried and true treatment is now coming under question. …
Continue readingEnergy Drinks and Alcohol: Fun or a Deadly Combination?
According to the Centers for Disease Control, mixing alcohol and energy drinks is a popular combination among many young people. …
Continue reading10 Harm Reduction Strategies for Alcoholics
Harm reduction is a new idea when it comes to alcohol use. Instead of prohibiting the use of alcohol and …
Continue reading9 Questions to Ask Yourself if You Suspect You are Addicted to Alcohol
Many people say that if you are wondering whether you are addicted to alcohol or not, you are probably addicted …
Continue readingTeen Alcohol Use: Is Your Teen Lying to You?
According to the National Institute on Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse, around eight million teens have used alcohol within the past …
Continue readingAvoiding the Post Holiday Blues without Alcohol
Just as the holidays can be stressful, so can the time after the holidays. According to the National Institute on …
Continue readingAA Alternatives: What is HAMS?
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, addiction is a complex illness and you cannot treat every person the …
Continue reading10 Reasons why Alcoholics Lie about their Addiction
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, one of the characteristics of any addiction is lying about the addiction. …
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