My life as an alcoholic began innocently enough at the ripe old age of 26. After earning a master's degree in business administration, I landed a job with a company catering to wealthier people needing on-demand personal jets for business and recreational purposes. One of the company's accountants abruptly left to ... Read More
Help for Alcoholism
Alcoholism is the most common form of substance abuse, yet it’s a danger is often undercut by its legality and common usage in culture. Upwards of 70% of those who seek treatment for their alcoholism experience some form of withdrawal, making it difficult to face on your own. The articles found here focus on the many aspects of alcoholism including denial, identifying characteristics of alcoholism and staying sober once you’ve had your last drink.
How I Achieved my Career Goals by Quitting Booze
Generational Shifts in Drinking – How Do Millennials Stack Up?
The United States has long been accused of having an unhealthy culture surrounding alcohol consumption. While children overseas are introduced to alcohol gradually and as a normal part of life, American youth are taught that alcohol is dangerous and illicit... until one day, it isn't. This, combined with the huge ... Read More
Recurring Injuries, Increased Aggression and Other Signs of Hidden Alcohol Abuse
In the United States, nearly 15 million adults show signs of an alcohol use disorder — around 4.5% of the population. Alcohol use disorders can manifest at any stage during life, from drinking heavily as a college student to enjoying a bottle of wine every night to mask the stress of the day. In many cases, the ... Read More
Anxiety After Drinking: Can Drinking Create and Increase Depression?
Millions of Americans drink alcohol, sometimes to excess, sometimes to the extent that they develop into heavy drinkers, become alcohol dependent, or progress to alcohol use disorder (AUD). Some have a co-occurring mental health disorder such as depression or anxiety. Yet, whether they have depression to begin with or ... Read More
Inside the Mind of an Alcoholic
The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous refers to the "insanity of alcoholism" as the way alcoholics justify their alcoholism. In one section, it reads as follows: "People drink because they like how alcohol makes them feel. This feeling is so elusive that, even though an alcoholic admits it is injurious, they eventually ... Read More
Can You Get High Off Rubbing Alcohol?
Poison Warning: If you have accidentally ingested rubbing alcohol, please stop reading and contact your local poison control center immediately. You can also call 911 for help. Isopropyl alcohol, also known as rubbing alcohol, is a denatured type of alcohol that has a strong odor. It comes in different strengths, ... Read More
The Revealing Science Behind the “Angry Drunk” Phenomenon
It's a light-hearted thing to say: "I'm a fun drunk", "I'm a happy drunk", or "I'm a crazy drunk." Perhaps these all should spark debate themselves — after all, What does it say about someone who's completely in tune with the way excessive alcohol use affects their personality? But one such phenomenon is especially ... Read More
How Online AA Meetings Can Help Your Recovery, and Where to Find Them
Alcoholics Anonymous is one of the many tools available to individuals recovering from substance abuse. It provides an opportunity to interact with others who are experiencing the same thing you are, right in the trenches with you. AA is a large organization, with more than 115,000 groups around the world. It’s been ... Read More
