• Ten Questions to Ask Yourself about Drinking

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    As we’ve talked this whole month, there are many people in our country that abuse alcohol. There are an estimated 14 million alcoholics or alcohol abusers in the United States. But let’s not be so blind to our own actions that we see the alcohol problems around us and forget to look at ourselves. This [...]

  • Adults Providing Alcohol to Minors

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    Supplying alcohol to minors. We probably all know someone who does this – maybe as kids we had that favorite adult that would help us get beer for our parties. Maybe as parents we wonder who that adult is for our kids. Maybe we ourselves are the ones illegally giving or selling alcohol to minors. The [...]

  • When Not to Drink Alcohol

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    We’ve talked a lot about Alcohol Awareness this month. We’ve challenged you to drink less, or to go a day without drinking. Whether the previous challenges or advice have been followed or not, there are times when we simply should not drink. This may be because of ethical or moral issues, or because of health [...]

  • A Campaign to Stop Underage Drinking

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    This prom season, many people are concerned about the numbers of teens that will be drinking. Not only is underage drinking illegal, but it is also dangerous. 10.8 million underagers drank alcohol last year, and of those, 5,000 died as a result of drinking and driving. Many of the others faced things like alcohol intoxication, [...]

  • Inside an Intervention

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    Does anyone really want to have to participate in an intervention with a family member? It’s usually a very hard thing for people to do, because we feel like we will upset the person, or make them feel bad, or drive a deeper wedge between us. Or maybe we are so frustrated and resentful of [...]

  • Fun without Alcohol

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    Some people still think they can’t have any fun without alcohol. During Alcohol Awareness month, it is a good time to offer fun, fulfilling activities that don’t involve alcohol. Many groups have been working on new and interesting outings and events to let people know that alcohol doesn’t necessarily mean more fun. Alcohol Awareness month [...]

  • Helping Families through Therapy

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    There are many doubts that one faces when getting help for alcoholism. It’s a big step to take, and people know that getting sober is a life-changing task. Some changes have to do with relationships with loved ones. For example, what if getting sober causes strain among family members?  Will your spouse or friends still [...]

  • Toughen Up On Drunk Driving

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    Alcohol abuse and alcoholism affect more people than just the drinkers. One of the most common ways that other people suffer at the hands of someone who has been drinking is drunk driving. Many people don’t know when to quit, or don’t work out a designated driver or cab ride home beforehand, or they don’t [...]

  • Alcoholism – Signs and Symptoms

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    When alcohol abuse becomes a daily occurrence, or when a person is not physically able to do without alcohol, alcoholism is the result. Alcoholism can be defined as a disease in which a person drinks alcoholic beverages at a level that interferes with physical health, mental health, and social, family, or job responsibilities. Characteristics of Alcoholism Those [...]

  • Why People Start Drinking

    Updated: 2010-04-30 08:23:20
    As we look at the different aspects of alcoholism and alcohol abuse this month, it may help us to look into why people drink in the first place. We know that our society has glamorized drinking a great deal and for many, it is simply a way of life. Alcohol consumption in moderation is not [...]

  • Lifestyle Transition From Addiction to Sobriety

    Updated: 2010-04-30 04:26:11
    If you are about to start drug rehab, you know a lot of things are going to change. But it's about more than just not using drugs. It's an entire lifestyle transition. Here we discuss your top lifestyle transitions you'll be considering when you go to drug rehab.

  • Orchid Recovery Center is on the Radio

    Updated: 2010-04-29 08:10:04
    Orchid Recovery Center is on the Radio In advance of the upcoming (April 30th) feature on ABC-TV’s long running news program 20/20, The founder of The Orchid Recovery Center for Women, Julie Queler recently appeared on the popular Internet radio network, TheFlyPod.com New Media Network. During her interview, Julie had a chance to discuss not [...]

  • Sobering Up Your Mind

    Updated: 2010-04-27 07:13:56
    It can take a while to get your body adjusted to being completely sober. You may go through withdrawal symptoms for weeks or even months depending on the drugs you used. Unfortunately, it can take years for you to sober up your mind from your addiction thinking. What's addiction thinking? You've come to the right place to find out.

  • In The Wake Of Someones Alcoholism

    Updated: 2010-04-24 22:33:12
    You didn't ask for this, living a life of daily survival and emotional uncertainty. When you got married, you thought you were getting a partner for life to go with you through thick and thin. You thought you would have a loving competent parent to raise your kids with you. Instead, you have what amounts to another child in your home. This isn't what you signed up for.

  • Drug Addiction Recovery Ups and Downs

    Updated: 2010-04-22 21:52:21
    Your drug addiction has created more stress and emotionality than a premier roller coaster ride at an amusement park. If you never had an up-and-down with your addiction again, it would be too soon. Sorry, but drug addiction recovery doesn't work that way. Even during a stay at drug rehab, you are bound to have more ups and downs. Your best bet will be learning how to ride the waves instead of getting drowned by them.

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