Quitting Cold Turkey: Does it Work?

Many people with addictions wonder if quitting cold turkey works. The truth is that a lot depends on what substances they’re using as well as their health and history. There are a lot of severe risks for suddenly quitting if you’re using things like opioids or even...

The Financial Cost of Alcoholism

While everybody knows there are dangers with long-term heavy drinking, the financial cost of alcoholism can also add up quickly. Not only are alcoholic drinks themselves expensive, but there are a lot of side-effects of drinking that can hurt your wallet. For example,...

Early Sobriety: Taking First Steps

In terms of toughness, early sobriety is one of the hardest stages on the entire sobriety timeline. Many people struggle with adapting to their new lives, and this is when most relapses tend to occur. However, keeping a few key things in mind can help you make it...

Staying Sober at a Wedding

If you are in recovery from alcoholism, you might be worried about staying sober at a wedding or other social events. It can be difficult to be around others who are drinking heavily when you are trying to stay sober. It’s perfectly fine to skip social events if you...

High-Functioning Alcoholism

Usually, the signs of alcoholism can be easy to spot. However, those with high-functioning alcoholism don’t fit the stereotypes most people think of. Still, knowing the signs of this kind of alcohol abuse can help you or those you know get the help they might...

Relapse Prevention: Staying the Course

One of the things which worries people trying to get sober is a potential relapse. The fact is, most people will relapse during recovery. However, there are steps you can take towards relapse prevention. Sticking to your goals is not easy, especially when battling a...