Alcohol Addiction

Sheltering With My Boyfriend and No Booze

To drink, or not to drink??? –  May 20, 2020 - As a single woman participating in Dry January (I…

4 years ago

Marlon Brando’s Tormented Childhood – Abused by Alcoholic Parents

“STELLA, I NEED ALANON” –  June 6, 2020 - As Brando revealed in his tapes, his parents’ alcoholism leached every…

4 years ago

Lockdown prompts surge in Germans seeking help for alcoholism

Meet the Quaransteins –  June 4, 2020 - Germany has one of the highest rates of alcohol consumption in Europe,…

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Matthew Perry: From Fame To Addiction To Getting Back On His Feet

Back in Action! –  June 6, 2020 - The show became hit. Matthew finally had the popularity he dreamt of.…

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Following Dad down road to sobriety

Great Share – June 5, 2020 - As I sat in those group sessions and listened to people talk about…

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How I Get Away With Being Secret Alcoholic

Ms. Denial’s Binoculars – June 1, 2020 - Over time, she’s gotten better at hiding her addiction. She only uses…

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Will the pandemic lead to an alcoholism epidemic?

Lead to...? – June 5, 2020 - “But the same way we do with food and exercise and concerns about…

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As recovering alcoholic, I’m dreading a booze-fuelled end to lockdown

One darn day at a time –  June 5, 2020 - As an introvert, I initially believed that the isolation…

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4 of the Best Revelations From My Sober Life

Just like the Agreements –  May 20, 2020 - I began to wonder what the hell I was doing with…

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Even with 26 years of sobriety, the loss of AA meetings is worry

The Medium is the Message – May 28, 2020 - Those attacks, in turn, have caused meetings to require still…

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Alcoholism: Why this doctor says telemedicine is key right now

No parking fees – May 26, 2020 - “Now, more and more people are opting for either home care or…

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The online success of 12-step recovery programs

What would Bill and Bob say? – May 31, 2020 - “Right before everything got shut down, I was at…

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Glen Campbell’s Widow Recounts His Battle with Alcoholism – and Night He Pointed Pistol at Her

Rhinestoned Cowboy –  May 27, 2020 - In the memoir, Kim, 61, details one particularly scary occasion which occurred after…

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These 6 Steps Were Crucial In Ending My Addiction

When the student is ready... –  May 19, 2020  - These six steps were the things that finally helped me…

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‘UK Sobriety ankle tags’ to monitor offenders’ sweat

Stigma Bracelet? – May 19, 2020 - The scheme has already been trialled in Humberside, Lincolnshire, North Yorkshire and London. …

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Alcoholics Anonymous continues mission virtually

Doing the best we can! –  May 24, 2020 - Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is continuing its mission of helping those…

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Drinking or smoking while pregnant may affect newborn’s brain

Use Your Head – May 12, 2020 - Those who drank alcohol then quit in the first trimester had an…

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Telemedicine for alcohol use disorder isn’t just fad

It starts with obsessiveness – May 8, 2020 - This has particularly affected how we provide mental health and substance…

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Quarantine is helping people quit booze

Inpatient takes on new meaning – May 15, 2020  - “You don’t know what’s in a tea bag until you…

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Americans turn to drugs and alcohol as stress rises

A few Quarantinis, an eight-ball and 6 Balloons please... – May 13, 2020 - Other than alcohol, opioids and marijuana,…

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San Francisco gets alcohol, tobacco and marijuana for addicts quarantined in hotels

New Meaning to Room Service – May 8, 2020 - Dr. Grant Colfax, San Francisco’s public health director, said the…

4 years ago

Pete Davidson Shares Hilarious Story of Quarantining in His Mom’s Basement

No more debasement – May 7, 2020 - “Me and Judd released this video to kind of try and get…

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How Do I Stay Sober Now?

Same as it ever was ... (sans meetings) –  May 6, 2020 - I quit drinking on July 14, 2019,…

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What Alcohol Does to Stressed-Out Brain

Liquid Comfort – April 29, 2020 -  “If you believe alcohol will make you feel relaxed, then as soon as…

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Hand sanitizer may trigger relapse for those recovering from alcohol addiction

As Slippery as Scope – May 7, 2020 - Dr. Bradley says it’s banned at recovery centers for this very…

4 years ago

Dr. Daniel Francis on How to Stay Sober

90 Zooms in 90 Days? –  May 7, 2020 - All that probably comes as a relief, but what should…

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National Addiction Treatment Leader Expands Services to All Californians

California Screening – May 5, 2020 - The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is a national nonprofit that treats more than…

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Explaining the Pathways of Alcohol Abuse

Gradual and Deadly – APRIL 26, 2020 - On the other hand, Koob explained, mental health conditions can also complicate…

4 years ago

Melanie Sykes celebrates three years of sobriety

She’s Gotta Not Have It –  May 1, 2020 - ‘I gave up alcohol completely 3 years ago today whoop…

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Service Still Available for People Struggling with Addiction

Addiction Never Sleeps –  April 20, 2020 - This time of isolation can be a difficult hill to climb for…

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