Alcohol Addiction

Recovery from drug addiction is a challenging process that requires lifelong dedication, ongoing support, and significant lifestyle changes. If you or someone you know is in the process of recovering from drug addiction, you may have found yourself asking, “Should recovering addicts drink alcohol?” While it may not seem like…

Alcohol use is common and widely accepted in the United States. Many people drink alcohol occasionally in different settings. People may drink while sharing a meal, attending a sporting event, celebrating a special occasion, and in many other settings. While alcohol use is common, some people struggle with an unhealthy…

According to research, “Over one year, 27% of young adolescents reported thoughts of self-harm and 15% reported at least one act of self-harm.”[1] Trauma, depression, and other mental health conditions are extremely common. With the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen a rise in mental health conditions among young people and…

Eating disorders and addiction often co-occur with one another. One of the most common eating disorders to co-occur with substance use disorders is known as bulimia nervosa.  According to the National Eating Disorders Association, “Bulimia nervosa is a serious, potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by a cycle of binging and…