Drinking in Front of Kids: Is It Okay?

Drinking in front of kids is perfectly normal for some parents and shocking for others. While nobody would recommend parents getting overly intoxicated with young children nearby, is it okay to have a drink in their presence? It’s a personal parenting decision, but as...

Avoiding Alcohol at a Work Event

Avoiding alcohol at a work event like a holiday party or team happy hour can be especially difficult. There is often a lot of pressure not only to fit in with peers but also to make a good impression on your supervisors or clients. However, if you are in recovery or...

Is My Teenager Using Drugs?

A teenager using drugs is a terrifying thought for any parent. And unfortunately, teens are being exposed to drugs at earlier and earlier ages. However, the symptoms of drug use are often the same symptoms of being a teenager so it can be difficult to know the...

DWI Consequences in North Carolina

The DWI consequences for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol vary from state to state. However, it is illegal in all fifty states to operate a vehicle (or boat) with a blood-alcohol level higher than 0.08. If you are charged with a DWI or DUI, several...

Common Addiction Triggers

There are many addiction triggers for anybody that suffers from alcoholism or drug addiction. Learning to avoid these triggers when possible is an important part of recovery. It’s also important to learn to handle them healthily if they are unavoidable. Stress is a...