alcohol addiction

What is Hangxiety?

We all know the telltale signs of a hangover: headache, nausea, dehydration, exhaustion. But there’s a symptom you might have experienced without knowing what it is — hangover anxiety — or to use a catchy new word: hangxiety. Read More

Vacation Mode: Letting Your Guard Down with Drugs and Alcohol

Whether it’s spring break, a summer vacation, or a holiday getaway, it’s good to plan time away. Vacation is a time to let loose, have fun, relax, and maybe even try some things you’ve never done before. For some it may be deep sea fishing, skydiving, or snowboarding; for others, it may be recreational drugs. Read More

Are You “Sober Curious?” Why Drinking May Be Going Out of Style

While alcohol-related deaths are climbing, there are positive developments on the horizon. Monthlong sobriety challenges like Sober October and Dry January are growing in popularity, as many young adults explore life without alcohol. One such effort directed toward alcohol-free living is the sober curious movement, which is rapidly gaining momentum among the college-aged crowd. Is it possible that drinking is going out of style? Read More

Addiction’s Impact on You

By Beau Black How does addiction affect you? Substance use disorder impacts all of us, directly or indirectly; the effects of addiction may be physical, relational, financial, societal. The effects of addiction on those around us like family, friends, and co-workers are wide-ranging, but what about its… Read More