Many people talk about drinking on social media. It is nearly a common thing to see moms talking about having a glass of wine after a long day or people stopping for a beer after school just to hang out. There is no level of alcohol use that is considered safe, but for some people,…
Wine seems like a simple, easy way to get some relief after a long day. If you check out social media, you’ll see many women talking about needing a glass of wine after spending all day dealing with the frustrations of children and spouses. Yet, this wine mom culture is dangerous. For some, it can…
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If you have a specific type of personality, you could be more susceptible to problems with alcohol or other substances. The link between personality and alcohol dependence isn’t widely known, but the belief is that an “addictive” personality is something that people have. When they do, they’re more likely to get involved with drugs and…
Binge drinking is something that is often thought of in regards to college frat parties or high school parties at someone’s house when the parents are gone. Unofficially binge drinking is the act of drinking until you’re drunk. Officially, it is defined as a man drinking five or more drinks or a woman drinking four…
Anyone who has seen a loved one fall deeper and deeper under the influence of alcohol has asked themself at one time or another, “Is my loved one an alcoholic?” Sometimes it can be difficult to tell when a person has crossed the line from being simply a heavy drinker to being an alcoholic. It’s…
One of the greatest risks of alcohol abuse is how easy it is to fall into that habit. Alcohol is legal, and it is considered an acceptable part of nearly every adult event or gathering. It is also difficult to discern when exactly, drinking turns from a social activity to alcohol abuse. The risks of…