Binge drinking is something that seems to have become synonymous with university life in Western countries. As teenagers leave home for the first time, drinking and taking drugs is often… read more →
Many people struggling with addiction want to get sober, but share common fears about what sobriety entails. Let us take this opportunity to refute these fears and show you why… read more →
Thousands of people die each year by overdosing on alcohol simply because the symptoms are not well known. We have outlined the signs to watch for and what to do… read more →
Many people who drink more than just occasionally could be classified as high-functioning alcoholics — and most of them are totally unaware of this distinction! If you are a frequent… read more →
The terms ‘nightcap’ and ‘liquid courage’ are self explanatory in regards to what we believe are the powers of alcohol. However, many of the most common reasons for drinking are… read more →
Hollywood often glamorises alcohol and drug use, but these celebrities have managed to find their own path. Some of these actors, actresses and musicians who are living sober may just… read more →
With summer approaching, people are finalising their holiday plans. Many will travel to foreign countries where fun in the sun is often combined with alcohol and parties. But excessive drinking… read more →
Children who grow up with an alcoholic parent can suffer many devastating lifelong consequences. Calum Best, son of legendary Manchester United footballer George Best, has written a book about the… read more →
Alcohol addiction and alcohol dependence are not the same thing. But what exactly is the difference? Often the terms alcohol addiction and alcohol dependence are used interchangeably, which can lead… read more →
In this recent video that went viral, it is hard to watch these men’s reaction to a beautiful woman who they believe is drunk, and shines a light on the… read more →
Choosing a drug or alcohol rehab can be overwhelming. With many treatment options all proclaiming their value, and the often short window of time that an addict is willing to… read more →
With more than 3 million deaths each year linked to alcohol consumption, alcohol has been named the most dangerous drug on the market. Despite the popular belief that illicit recreational… read more →
Recent research into the treatment of addiction points to the fact that as addiction is a disease that affects the whole family, the whole family should be included in treatment.… read more →
