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The latest addiction recovery news on alcoholism and substance abuse as well as insights from professionals in the field

Alcohol is everywhere in our society but you may not know as much about alcohol as you think. Here is what you need to know.

The article addresses teen gaming addiction, distinguishing it from a hobby by focusing on behavioral patterns like loss of control and negative impacts on school, sleep, and relationships, rather than just time spent gaming. This addiction is rooted in how…

Do you suffer from anxiety? Do you find yourself drinking alcohol to feel better? Learn about the connection between alcoholism and anxiety, and what you can do to treat both.

A thoughtfully planned intervention is a structured, compassionate conversation intended to help a loved one recognize the impact of their substance use and accept support. Families should consider an intervention when substance use consistently interferes with daily functioning, such as…

The article addresses teen gaming addiction, distinguishing it from a hobby by focusing on behavioral patterns like loss of control and negative impacts on school, sleep, and relationships, rather than just time spent gaming. This addiction is rooted in how…

The article addresses the growing concern of social media addiction in teens, defining it as compulsive technology use that, unlike normal screen time, results in loss of control, withdrawal symptoms, and disruption of responsibilities. This dependency is fueled by the…

This article addresses the growing concern of screen addiction in children and teenagers, emphasizing the need for parents to differentiate between heavy use and genuine addiction characterized by impaired control and harm to wellbeing. It outlines common symptoms like withdrawal…

The phrase “One Day at a Time” is a central philosophy in addiction recovery, offering a powerful, manageable strategy for daily sobriety when the thought of “forever” clean feels impossible. It serves as a practical, psychological, and spiritual tool that…

An author who is in recovery shares a multi-year personal story about their connection with an unhoused veteran struggling with addiction at Union Station. Over the years, the author offered nonjudgmental support and conversation that provided the man with inspiration…