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...
The Rise of Alcohol Abuse Among Women
When you picture someone struggling with alcohol, what image comes to mind? Most people think of a man having issues with alcohol as common media tropes depict a male...
What Is a Functioning Alcoholic?
It might be a friend, family member, or colleague. They consume alcohol regularly and rarely go to an event or get-together without alcoholic drinks. They might even...
Helping vs Enabling
Do you have a loved one who struggles with addiction? It’s natural for you to want to help them overcome their issues with substance abuse. At the same time, if your...
What Kind of People Go to Rehab?
"What kind of people go to rehab?" There isn't a simple answer to this question because anyone can be affected by addiction. This also means that anyone can choose...
Recovery Stories: Adam
As a new patient at Bradford Health Service’s Warrior Lodge addiction treatment facility, Adam Owens focused on the differences between himself and his peers. He was 23...
Recovery Stories: Bo
From the outside looking in, Bo Mullins seems like a guy who has it all. But when the patients at Bradford Health Service’s Warrior Lodge get to know him and his story,...
Workplace Accidents and Drug or Alcohol Abuse
Drug and alcohol abuse has a significant impact on the workplace, with an estimated 15.5 million employed individuals admitting to illicit drug use, according to...
What are the Stages of Alcoholism?
Before the First Stage – Pre-Alcoholism Alcoholism does not appear without warning. Many signs exist before someone becomes dependent on alcohol. Pre-Alcoholism is the...
8 Signs of Alcohol Addiction
How can you tell if someone’s casual or social drinking is becoming a problem? Unfortunately, it isn’t always crystal clear. However, some behaviors may indicate a...