Metagenomics, the Microbiome, and Alcohol Use Disorder
Metagenomics, the Microbiome, and Alcohol Use Disorder: What We Know—and What We Don’t In recent years, the human microbiome has been marketed as the missing …
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College and Recovery
College Students and the Road to Recovery When a young person leaves for college, parents often hope the transition will be a time of growth, …
A Purpose, a Rose and a Journey Within
that blends spiritual insights, practical tools, and creative exercises to support all people in recovery
How a Drinking Problem Hurts the Kids
How a Parent’s Drinking Problem Really Hurts the Kids Most people would agree that parenting is no small endeavor and that relaxation after a long …
Behind the Curtain : Substance Use in the Fine Arts
Substance Use in the Fine Arts Though the stereotype of the “tortured artist” is common, the reality of addiction and mental health challenges in fine …
The Efficacy of Addiction Intervention
The Efficacy of Addiction Intervention: A Comparative and Outcomes-Based Perspective Addiction, or substance use disorder (SUD), is a chronic, progressive disease that affects individuals, families, …
The Difference Between Drug/Alcohol Abuse and Addiction
Understanding the Difference Between Drug/Alcohol Abuse and Addiction: Why It Matters In today’s fast-paced world, stress, trauma, and personal struggles often lead people to seek …
The Disinhibiting Effects of Alcohol
“In vino veritas” is a Latin phrase that translates to “in wine, there is truth.” It suggests that people may be more inclined to speak …
SMART Recovery and CBT
SMART Recovery is a non-profit organization that provides support for individuals who are struggling with addiction. The program is based on the principles of cognitive-behavioral …
Skip the “Cookie-Cutter” Addiction Treatment
The Pitfalls of a One-Size-Fits-All Approach to Addiction Treatment In the realm of addiction treatment, one prevailing misconception persists: the belief that a singular approach …