


Military Veterans at Higher Risk for Substance Abuse
Serving in the military is not like any other type of career choice. It’s not just a job; it’s a unique culture and way of life that puts servicemen and women under a considerable amount of stress. It’s a culture that also has some strict rules about drug use among...
How to Turn Down Alcoholic Drinks with Confidence
If you’re in recovery from alcohol use disorder, you know that you have to learn new skills to navigate sobriety. One of those skills is knowing how to turn down alcohol in social situations. The person offering the drink may not realize that you are in recovery or...
Tolerance, Dependence, and Addiction: What’s in a Word?
When talking about addiction, the words tolerance and dependence also get used often. Some people use these terms interchangeably, thinking they are the same. This isn’t the case. Knowing the difference between tolerance, dependence, and addiction could save your life...
Binge Drinking is Risky Behavior for Older Adults, Too
When you think about binge drinking, more than likely the first thing that comes to mind is young people throwing parties and indulging in too much alcohol. The truth is that college students aren’t the only ones who engage in this type of behavior. Binge drinking is...