The information in this blog was collected during a conversation with Sara Ridner, LCSW, Trauma Therapist at Cornerstone of Recovery, a Bradford Recovery Community....
Can Medications be Used to Treat Alcohol Use Disorder?
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a serious problem that affects millions. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), harmful use of...
Can You Drink Mocktails in Recovery?
Can a recovering alcoholic have a nonalcoholic beer? Are mocktails OK in recovery? In many cultures, alcohol is as much a social activity as a beverage, making these...
Alcohol 101: Ten Facts You Didn’t Know
Alcohol 101: Learning New Facts and Remembering What You Forgot Think you know everything you need about alcohol? Guess again. This Alcohol 101 primer will not only...
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
Alcohol Awareness Month: What You Need to Know April is Alcohol Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the prevalence and dangers of alcohol misuse and...
Signs of Binge Drinking
Binge drinking is a serious problem in America. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) calls it "the most common, costly, and deadly" type of drinking in...
Alcohol & Alcoholism in the Workplace
Afternoon happy hours, beer fridges, and even an open bar, the past decade has seen alcohol move beyond client entertainment or festive drinks at the company holiday...
Ten Signs You May Have a Substance Abuse Problem
No one who tries drugs or alcohol intends to develop a substance use disorder. Those who do become addicted often do not recognize the signs in themselves until they've...
What Should I Do After Completing Inpatient Rehab?
Completing an inpatient addiction treatment program is a huge chapter in your recovery story. It is a time for celebration but may also cause some anxiety as you leave...
10 Signs Your Loved One May Be an Alcoholic
How do you know if your loved one is an alcoholic? Alcoholism is a chronic and potentially life-threatening condition characterized by a person's inability to control...