I held a full-time job throughout my alcoholism which spanned nearly two decades. At least, I thought I did. I remember being so hungover on a near daily basis that I had to make up elaborate lies about why I was off my game and making so many mistakes. While initially that was easy, as…
Picture this: you’ve been watching your partner, or someone in your immediate family, slowly succumb to alcohol addiction. Perhaps you found empty bottles of liquor hidden away, or you’re surprised to find the glass recyclables can full of beer bottles when you take out the trash. No matter what awakens you to reality, it’s a…
Chronic, heavy, and prolonged alcohol use carries the risk of developing addiction. But what other risk factors cause alcohol dependence? Is it simply a matter of drinking a lot during college, or is it something more biological like genetics? There are a number of risk factors that can lead to the spectrum of alcohol…
Despite prior recommendations that moderate amounts of alcohol is good for your health, the World Health Organization recently published guidance that said there is no safe level of alcohol consumption. Regardless of the amount, the WHO stated that drinking alcohol is associated with 23 adverse health outcomes, including cancers and cardiovascular disease. This information is…
Will I get to talk to an actual person? Will I have to give them all my personal info? Will I get the answers I need? If you’ve never called the AA hotline, your head is probably spinning with questions as your finger pauses over the phone. You need to talk to someone about alcoholism,…
Having a glass of wine or your favorite beer can feel like slipping into a comfortable pair of jeans. You quickly feel relaxed and more at ease with yourself and the world. Perhaps your alcohol use started by having a cocktail with friends to unwind, or as a tonic at the end of a…
When working to prevent drunk driving, preparation can offer a safety net that keeps you and others safe.1 The efforts you take to stop drinking and driving may save someone’s life, including your own. By planning to prevent drunk driving, you can ensure your travel plans prioritize safety for yourself and others. Why Stop Drinking…
Deciding to attend an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting can be difficult and intimidating, even if you want to go and know deep down inside that you need to. But returning to AA after you’ve been absent for a while can sometimes be scarier than attending for the very first time. You might be worried that…
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) provides a variety of techniques, resources, and literature to promote recovery from alcohol addiction.1 One hallmark of the fellowship is its mantras and phrases, the many AA sayings used to promote a recovery-oriented lifestyle.2 One phrase that many people associate with AA emphasizes “progress not perfection” in substance use recovery. This process-oriented…
When people with substance use disorders enter into addiction recovery programs, it’s common for them to ask if they will have to completely abstain from drinking. If you or someone you know is trying to quit drinking or cut back on alcohol use, you may be wondering if programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous require total…
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