This April marks Alcohol Awareness Month, an important time for us to reflect on the damage that alcohol abuse can cause…
Families
We all know of someone who drinks a little too much and holiday times can shine a spotlight on such…
The Challenges of The Holidays
Category: Addiction, Families, Mental Health
The holiday season presents particular challenges to those suffering from substance abuse and addiction. While it would be ideal for…
Many prospective patients, parents and loved ones of those addicted to substances such as alcohol or drugs often wonder about…
There is quite a bit of discussion surrounding harm reduction as it relates to drug abuse – the idea that…
Telling Your Story of Addiction
Category: Families
It is a significant decision whether or not to share your story in public. There is a stigma associated with…
Interventions have been popularized on television with several shows dedicated to showing the plight of the addict and how they…
The family dynamic plays an important and pivotal role in addiction and its treatment. Indeed, no treatment plan is complete…