“This Is Us” And Its Portrayal Of Addiction
Since their introduction to the TV viewing public in 2016, the Pearsons of This…
Quitting Drinking: The Alcohol Withdrawal Roller Coaster
Deciding to stop drinking alcohol can herald the start of a very difficult journey,…
Coping With Depression When Everyone Around You Is Happy
What is Depression? So many people casually talk about being depressed, when what they…
The Human Cost Of Impaired Driving
Daniel was a tinkerer by nature – he loved working with his hands. As…
Is Wine Mom Culture Real, And Is It A Problem?
Women have been drinking in increasing numbers over the past few decades, often times...
The Curse Of The Child Star: How Being Too Famous Too Soon Can Lead To Addiction
Drew Barrymore in E.T. The Extraterrestrial Demi Lovato. Mary-Kate Olsen. Lindsay Lohan. Robert Downey...
The Dangers Of Cold Turkey And Why Medical Detox Is Better
“Just give it up cold turkey.” That is heard a lot from people when...
The Short-Term and Long-Term Challenges of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorders
The Effects of Prenatal Alcohol Exposure As soon as a woman discovers that she...
How Popular Entertainment Glorifies Substance Abuse
An Exploration of Substance Use and Addiction in Mainstream Media The average North American...
Which Occupations Have The Highest Rates Of Addiction?
There are a lot of different factors that can lead people to alcohol or...
The Celebrity Pit: Why Do Many Famous People Fall Into The Abyss Of Addiction?
I'm gonna live forever. I'm gonna learn how to fly high.” Irene Cara’s lyrical...
Addiction In The LGBTQ Community
Members of the LGBTQ community are more likely than the general population to face mental illness and addiction.
How To Support An Addicted Loved One Without Enabling Them
Most of us are instinctively driven to help loved ones who have fallen on tough times. But sometimes, our efforts to help loved ones with addictions can be harmful.
Surviving Alcohol Withdrawal & Detox
The severity of alcohol withdrawal symptoms depends on several factors, such as age and health, frequency of alcohol consumption, and duration of addiction. Medical supervision is recommended for alcohol addicts who want to go through detox and withdrawal.
Can Rehab Help Your DUI Court Case?
As an addiction counsellor, I’ve had a great number of clients who have reached...
Am I An Alcoholic? Take The Test [2019]
Please note that this test is not meant to provide an...
