Alcohol use can seem like no big deal. You may think everyone drinks, and most people don’t have a problem with using alcohol. Yet, for many other people, one drink a day over a consistent period can lead to alcoholism. When this happens, alcohol controls much of your life, your actions, and your thoughts. That…
Boston is among the top states affected by alcoholism. Unfortunately, Boston residents have a huge drinking problem. For instance, research reports statistics indicate that more than 22.8% of adults in the Massachusetts region engage in binge drinking. Such a rate is exceptionally high, considering that the national binge drinking rate is 16.2%. Therefore, it is…
Alcohol is a common part of households throughout the world. It is legal once you have reached a certain age and is considered acceptable in all types of environments. While most people can handle a drink here and there, some people either have a tendency to overdo it regularly or find that’s becomes something their…
When someone is stuck in a cycle of addiction, it can be difficult to see that there can be life outside of this cycle. Going through trial and error only to fall back into old habits can be incredibly discouraging. It can all but destroy one’s resolve and determination to forge a new path forward…
Do you struggle with self-esteem? Not everyone is born with confidence in themselves. The environment and circumstances of your life may have contributed to low self-esteem where you may not think highly of yourself or have enough respect for who you are and what you’re capable of achieving. Yet, when a person displays signs of…
At Rockland Recovery Treatment Center, you can receive early treatment for alcoholism. Our alcohol addiction treatment program can prevent long-term damage related to binge drinking and your body. The earlier you receive care for your addiction, the better off you are in your efforts to maintain your recovery. What Is Binge Drinking? If you drink…
At Rockland Recovery, we understand that people respond differently to alcohol rehab options. Just because you share an addiction problem with others doesn’t mean that the same alcohol addiction treatment programs will work for everyone. That’s why we offer a variety of alcohol rehab options. At Rockland Recovery, you and your professional support team can…
When you become addicted to alcohol, it takes courage to get sober. Even if you think you don’t have the courage now, it is possible to build it up to heal and recover from addiction. Once you gain the courage to get sober, you’ll find that each subsequent step is easier and easier. Learning how…
Overcoming alcohol addiction is not an easy task. At times, you may even think that the journey is impossible; however, it is not. You can overcome your addiction to alcohol if you make the conscious decision to learn how to stop drinking and are eager to get the support you need. You don’t have to…
It’s hard to go through challenges and hard times in life. For many, it’s equally as difficult to watch a loved one struggle. If you care for someone who battles alcohol use disorder, you’ve witnessed the problems addiction causes. Financial difficulties, relationship troubles, and job loss are all side-effects of becoming chemically dependent upon alcohol.…