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Prioritizing Health After the Holidays
Prioritizing health after the holidays is an important thing to keep in mind after the chaos of all of the celebrations. During all of the craziness of the holidays, it’s easy to forget about healthy habits. We often indulge a little too much in alcohol and food,...
Drinking in Secret: Why It’s a Problem
Drinking in secret can be a red flag that might signal a much bigger problem with alcohol abuse. The urge to hide this type of behavior is often an indicator that the person doing it knows it’s problematic. Additionally, it can also be incredibly dangerous. If you...
Alcohol Abuse Signs: If you See Something, Say Something
Noticing the signs of alcohol abuse in your loved ones, or yourself, can be quite difficult. After all, it's hard to admit that you, or someone you care about, may be struggling. However, seeing those warning signs can make a huge difference in recovery. So, we're...
Field Sobriety Test: What to Expect
If an officer stops you and suspects you of drinking and driving, he may perform several tests. Thankfully, our legal system doesn't allow a DUI arrest without proof. So, even if the officer can smell alcohol on your breath, he'll need to be able to that show you're...
Alcohol Related Injuries
When we drink, we lose aspects of our coordination and judgment. Therefore, things that we normally wouldn't do may seem like a good idea. Also, acts and movements that normally wouldn't be difficult, may nearly be impossible. Because of these factors, many people...
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...
