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Addiction Recovery

Are There Scientific Processes Underlying the 12-Step Recovery Method?

On This Page: Social and Cognitive Neuroscience Explain the 12-Step Method Positive Psychology as the Gateway for Spiritual Renewal Sponsorship and the Process of Mirroring The Neurological Effects of Storytelling When it comes to the current conceptualization of addiction, most would subscribe to the compelling disease model, which decidedly states that addiction is a chronic, … Continue reading Are There Scientific Processes Underlying the 12-Step Recovery Method? →

December 29, 2015

Alcohol Abuse

Top 10 Hardest Drinking States in the Country

Americans drink a lot of alcohol. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism[1] found, “Per capita consumption of ethanol from all alcoholic beverages combined in 2013 was 2.34 gallons.” This doesn’t mean every person drinks the same amount. Some individuals choose not to drink any alcohol. Others struggle with alcohol abuse issues and drink … Continue reading Top 10 Hardest Drinking States in the Country →

July 23, 2014

Alcohol Abuse

Happy New Year! Wine Glass Shape May Affect How Much You Drink, Says New Study

For social drinkers who will be trying to keep an eye on how much they drink during the holiday season, the solution could be as simple as the type of glass they use. A recent study shows that people will pour less wine into a straight glass than they would pour into a wider glass. … Continue reading Happy New Year! Wine Glass Shape May Affect How Much You Drink, Says New Study →

January 1, 2014

Alcohol Addiction

Impulsivity in Alcohol Addiction Treatment: Control the Urge to Drink

Past studies have shown that issues of impulsivity are often problematic for alcoholics, but according to a new study published in the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease, a number of psychosocial factors may play a part in the development of impulsivity.[1] It was noted that alcoholics who have experienced at least one of the following … Continue reading Impulsivity in Alcohol Addiction Treatment: Control the Urge to Drink →

March 22, 2013

Alcohol Abuse

Do Shift Drinks Encourage Alcoholism in Restaurant Workers?

On This Page: Alcohol Abuse and Restaurant Workers Addressing the Problem Shift drinks: a single shot, a beer, a mixed drink. It’s a perk to many restaurant employees, an incentive to avoid drinking the restaurant’s booze on the clock – and it’s also the start to a long night of pouring the paycheck back into … Continue reading Do Shift Drinks Encourage Alcoholism in Restaurant Workers? →

October 24, 2012

Addiction Recovery

Coping With Feelings of Isolation After Addiction

Addicts can be isolationists by nature. Many begin using drugs and alcohol because of feelings of social awkwardness, and ultimately develop an addiction that stops them from learning how to interact with others comfortably without “assistance.” When these patients go to rehab and stop using, they find that their old social discomfort returns, oftentimes with … Continue reading Coping With Feelings of Isolation After Addiction →

April 11, 2012

Addiction Recovery

While You Wait: Talking to Your Boss Before Alcohol Rehab

In this post, we’ll be continuing our series about the best ways to fill your time before you start addiction treatment. Today we’re talking about one of the most difficult steps you have to take before heading off to treatment: talking to your boss. Before you talk to your boss, one important step is to … Continue reading While You Wait: Talking to Your Boss Before Alcohol Rehab →

July 11, 2011

Alcohol Abuse

While You Wait: Preparing Yourself Mentally for Alcohol Rehab

This is the first of a six-post look at preparing for alcohol rehab. Today we talk about getting ready for rehab when you have to wait for treatment to begin. Beginning treatment as soon as possible is always best. However you may face delays due to waitlists at your treatment program of choice. You may … Continue reading While You Wait: Preparing Yourself Mentally for Alcohol Rehab →

July 6, 2011

Alcohol Abuse

The DTs: What They Are and How to Fight Them

When you drink too much or too often, you become dependent on alcohol. When you are dependent on alcohol or any drug, you experience withdrawal symptoms when you stop using. Every drug has unique withdrawal symptoms. One potential alcohol withdrawal symptom is delirium tremens (DTs). Not everyone experiences DTs when ending alcohol use. Only a … Continue reading The DTs: What They Are and How to Fight Them →

April 15, 2011

Addiction Recovery

Your Career After Alcohol Rehab

Alcoholism kills dreams. In a relatively short amount of time, addictive behavior can destroy what you have built over your lifetime – your reputation, your relationships and your career…your future. Are you one of the many people who have lost their jobs and professional standing due to alcohol abuse? Or have you been forced into … Continue reading Your Career After Alcohol Rehab →

January 21, 2011

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