What Happens When An Alcoholic Starts Drinking Again?
Overcoming alcoholism is a life-changing accomplishment, but remaining sober isn’t easy. Even after participating in treatment programs, peer support groups, and counseling sessions, individuals who have recovered from alcoholism can relapse. Although undesirable, relapse does happen — in fact, it happens often. An estimated 90% of individuals in recovery have at least one relapse before […]
How Can I Stop Self-Medicating with Alcohol?
Drinking alcohol to cope with stress, anxiety, and life challenges is a form of self-medication. Although the thought process behind self-medication is “I’m doing this to help that,” this pattern of behavior is unhelpful, and ultimately, a bad idea. In addition to masking and denying reality, self-medication can lead to addiction and relapse. The good […]
Alcohol Addiction Rehab
Alcohol abuse can lead to serious health complications and has widespread social implications for individuals who have problems with their drinking. When an individual’s drinking becomes unmanageable, its effects tend to seep into their personal lives. Alcoholism will often negatively impact their attendance and overall performance at the workplace, it affects the relationships of those […]
