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Is Alcohol or Drug Addiction Genetic?

Are you more likely to develop a substance use disorder if one of your parents struggled with alcohol or drug use? If a family member has had issues with substance...

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...

Ten Signs Your Loved One May Be an Alcoholic

Wedding toasts, happy hours, and New Year’s Eve are common occasions to have fun with loved ones and a drink. Our culture tends to normalize the consumption of alcohol....

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...

Understanding Cross Addiction

Evidence suggests that people who struggle with dependence on one substance, such as alcohol or heroin, are at risk for developing an addiction to another substance....

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. In this early stage,...

4 Ways to Support Someone On Their Recovery Journey

When your loved one becomes consumed by the disease of addiction, it affects every aspect of their life, including their relationship with you. Loving someone who...

Addiction in Healthcare: Knowing the Signs and How to Get Help

This article was originally published by Birmingham Medical News and written by Mike Wilkerson, MD Corporate Medical Director at Bradford Health Services. With the...

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