Many people who struggle with alcohol or drug addiction may experience a sense of shame or embarrassment stemming from the myth that a character flaw or moral failing is responsible for their substance dependence. It may help them in their recovery to learn that...
Your drinking secret is far from “safe” when you’re struggling solo. It may feel embarrassing to share your issues concerning alcohol with anyone. It’s totally understandable, especially when you may seem to be doing just fine from an outsider’s perspective. The last...
You probably already know that alcohol can damage your liver and also cause weight gain. Alcohol converts to sugar in your bloodstream, which provokes an insulin response that studies show can lead to weight gain by causing your body’s cells to store glucose as fat....
Days of unemployment and added stress – or even remote work where “happy hour” could start virtually anytime and was as close as your kitchen — led many people to start drinking more regularly during the pandemic. You may have been facing the pressure of...
Some alcoholics are very good at hiding their addiction. They could be categorized as high-functioning alcoholics and successfully manage work, family, and social life without anyone being the wiser about their drinking habits. Their physical appearance, however, can...
