The pandemic has impacted every person and business on the planet, in one way or another. Some people and companies have benefited from the pandemic, while others have struggled immensely. We’ve all had to make adjustments and for some, one of those adjustments has been to work remotely. In order to stay safe, businesses that […]
Many people have complicated relationships with alcohol. We’ve all had times where we’ve overdone it and maybe had a couple extra drinks that impacted our lives in a negative way, whether it was suffering from a hangover or something more serious like losing a job. The average person does not have problems with alcohol and […]
Whether we like it or not, social media has become a major part of our daily lives. Even things that would not immediately be connected to social media might be influenced by what we see there and how it makes us feel. One of these things is our relationship with drinking and trying to give […]
Disagreements, arguments, and quarrels may sometimes occur in a marriage. However, when you are unable to deal with the stress caused by marital problems, you might start looking for unhealthy and potentially destructive coping mechanisms – such as drinking. Sometimes both spouses drink heavily in these conditions that can lead to a downward spiral and […]
Binge drinking is a widespread problem in the U.S. Data shows that one in six Americans tends to binge drink from time to time – with 25% of them doing it on a weekly basis. Binge drinking can not only affect a person’s health but can also have social and economic consequences. People who binge […]
The time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve can be busy and stressful with a month-long collection of family gatherings and social obligations. It’s the time that people like to “eat, drink, and be merry”, but that’s not exactly a healthy approach to take during the holidays – especially if you take it too literally. […]
During his 1980 presidential campaign, Ronald Reagan called marijuana the most dangerous drug because it was considered a “gateway” to harder drugs. For decades, this “theory” has been used by the lawmakers to establish harsh policies regarding marijuana’s prohibition, but is it really true? Does using marijuana or cannabis lead to using other substances, like […]
Do you feel the need to have a drink as soon as you get up in the morning? Does drinking in the morning calm your nerves and make you feel better? Are you worried about your daily habit and whether you might be developing an alcohol use disorder? If so, it might be a good […]
Do you feel the urge to drink or use drugs when you are down and depressed? If so, you are not alone. Research shows that people with depression often tend to drink or use recreational drugs in order to suppress their feelings of sadness, pain, and anxiety and feel better. They are also more likely […]
If you have realized that you are drinking too much and that quitting or cutting down is not as easy as you thought it would be, there are a few steps you can take to manage your drinking. Contrary to popular belief, what some may call the “cold-turkey” approach is not the only way to […]
