Alcoholism in the family can cause serious trauma to those who are affected. This is especially true for children who live in the home of a parent who is struggling…
The key is not to conflate vulnerability for weakness. Veterans are anything but weak. In fact, it is often because veterans have such conviction of character that they end up…
The dangers of untreated alcoholism are almost unquantifiable. From the physical, emotional, and psychological harm that it does to the body to the spiritual harm that it does to the…
Ultimately, the benefits of joining a 12-Step program are hard to measure. The primary benefit is that, for those it works for, the Twelve Steps can save their lives from…
The great German philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche, once wrote, “No one can build you the bridge on which you, and only you, must cross the river of life." This is as…
Choosing not only to accept one's need for help but also to reach out for help is among the most challenging decisions a person may ever have to make. So,…
Many people may be surprised to find out that alcohol is one of the most dangerous substances to detox from. The withdrawals from alcohol can cause some very severe –…
The truth is that helping a loved one transition into detox can go one of two ways, depending on the individual and their willingness to get help. If a loved…