- by Terry Hurley
Alcohol addiction, also called alcohol use disorder (AUD), affects nearly 29 million people aged 12 and over in the United States. AUD is a devastating, complex, progressive disease that develops...
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Alcoholism
- by Terry Hurley
When it comes to alcohol addiction, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), many myths and misconceptions can prevent individuals from seeking help or understanding the true nature of the...
- by Terry Hurley
Binge drinking is a serious issue that affects individuals of all ages and backgrounds. This type of drinking is commonly misunderstood as simply having a lot of drinks in one...
- by Terry Hurley
When it comes to alcohol, most people are familiar with the basics: it can impair judgment, cause liver damage, and lead to addiction. But many people aren’t aware of the...
- by Terry Hurley
People recovering from an addiction to drugs or alcohol commonly experience cravings. In most cases, cravings will dissipate on their own within ten to fifteen minutes. Even so, they can...
- by Terry Hurley
Many people enjoy drinking a glass of wine with dinner or having a couple of drinks when they are out with friends. Drinking alcohol is a common and socially acceptable...
- by Terry Hurley
Many people addicted to alcohol believe that it would be safe for them to stop drinking “cold turkey” on their own if they wanted to. However, nothing is further from...
- by Terry Hurley
When you think about the word “alcoholic” what comes into your mind?Someone who has hit rock bottom or is drunk all the time? Maybe you picture a person living on...
- by Terry Hurley
According to the United States Census Bureau, in 2015 there were approximately 6.6 million members of the Native American community—which is made up of American Indians and Alaskan Natives (AI/AN)....
