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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...

Can You Drink Nonalcoholic Beverages in Recovery?

Can a recovering alcoholic have nonalcoholic beer? Are mocktails OK in recovery? In many cultures, alcohol is as much a social activity as a beverage, making these...

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....

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 would consume alcohol regularly and rarely go to an event or get-together with no alcoholic drinks. They might...

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...

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,...

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...

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