Alcohol abuse and addiction produces a wide range of health consequences in men and women alike, but studies show that women who abuse alcohol — or even occasionally drink in… Read More
Treating Alcoholism and Co-Occurring Disorders
Alcoholism is an addiction to alcohol that, for many people, develops as a way to cope with a co-occurring mental disorder. Co-occurring disorders are very common among alcoholics; in fact,… Read More
Alcoholism and the Elderly
Alcoholism and alcohol abuse among the elderly is a hidden epidemic that is rarely recognized and is grossly under diagnosed. It is estimated that nearly half of all elderly individuals… Read More
Trauma and Weight Gain
Emotional trauma is a very painful experience that can lead to weeks, months and even years of emotional distress. People will turn to a variety of things to help them… Read More
Consequences and Treatment of Eating while Sleeping
Eating while sleeping is a rare eating disorder that some specialists also consider to be a sleeping disorder. People who struggle with sleep eating eat in the middle of the… Read More
Emotional Trauma Hurts: Start Healing Today
Anyone who’s experienced a traumatic event knows that emotional trauma hurts. Traumatic experiences can have life-long emotional and psychological consequences if left untreated, and can even have painful and disruptive… Read More
Drug Addiction Intervention for Teens
Drug addiction among teens is a growing problem in the United States. Using drugs at any age can result in serious damage, but young people who use drugs and alcohol… Read More
Drug Treatment for Gays and Lesbians
Drug treatment for gays and lesbians is not significantly different from the treatment given to heterosexual addicts. Regardless of sexual orientation, every addict needs professional help, withdrawal assistance, and the… Read More
6 Myths about Drug Addiction Intervention
Interventions are a powerful tool in addiction recovery, yet many people avoid them for misconceived reasons. Here are some common myths about drug addiction intervention and why an intervention may… Read More
The Facts about Marijuana Addiction
Many people falsely believe that marijuana is a benign drug that is not addictive. The truth is, however, that long-term use or misuse of marijuana can lead to addiction, just… Read More
