Alcohol Addiction

If you’ve ever read a parenting blog or followed any parenting social media sites, you may have heard the term “wine mom.” But if you haven’t, here’s a quick rundown. Wine mom culture developed as a cultural phenomenon around 2010. It is rooted in the idea that busy, overworked moms…

Many people have experienced traumatic events as a child. According to the CDC, 64% of U.S. adults report experiencing one adverse childhood experience while 1 in 6 people experienced four or more traumatic events.[1]  While childhood trauma is common, it is extremely detrimental to development. When adverse childhood experiences are…

Alcohol abuse is a common problem in the United States, partially because of how normalized drinking is. While occasional use of alcohol is okay, excessive drinking can lead to an alcohol use disorder. According to the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, nearly 30 million people suffered from alcohol…

Alcoholism is a common problem in the United States, with nearly 30 million people suffering from the condition in 2021.[1]  When you are addicted to alcohol, your brain gets used to working in overdrive to compensate for the depressant effects of it. If you suddenly stop drinking alcohol, your brain…