A 12-step call is a meeting held by a group that follows the 12-step program, a set of guiding principles for recovery from addiction, compulsions, or other behavioral issues. The 12-step program is based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), and it is used by many different self-help groups, including Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and […]
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What Is Benzo Withdrawal? Benzo withdrawal is a severe and often life-threatening condition. Benzos are sedatives that doctors can prescribe to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions. Benzos work by binding to receptors in the brain that help control anxiety and stress levels. Benzos can effectively reduce anxiety symptoms when you take them as the
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How to Help Someone or Yourself if You Have a Drinking Problem An alcohol use disorder (AUD) is when someone abuses or is addicted to alcohol. An AUD can be conventionally thought of as a drinking problem. But how do you spot one and how do you communicate with someone close to you that suffers
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It’s easy to find an AA meeting near you. Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship dedicated to helping alcoholics recover through peer meetings and mutual support. Membership is free and open to the public. AA and similar groups are excellent especially for recovering alcoholics who either receive outpatient treatment or are post-treatment. The simplest way
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The end of November brings America alive. Thanksgiving is here, Christmas is coming, New Year’s Eve is next, and cheer is on high. The holidays are a time for family and friends, for love and for togetherness. For many, the holidays are also a time of indulgence – overspending, overeating, and overdrinking. If your problem
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Of course it’s not easy to talk to someone you love about their addiction. There are plenty of reasons why. It’s awkward, hard to address, difficult, heavy and/or terrifying. Maybe you’re afraid of their reaction. Maybe you think there’s a chance it could ruin your relationship. Whatever reason you have for being hesitant to address
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It’s not always easy to talk openly and honestly, especially not about yourself. But generally, when people do open up, they feel better afterward. It’s no different when it comes to talking about your drinking. Opening up about your alcohol problem with others will be a valuable step toward achieving sobriety because you won’t feel
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Alcohol is the most prevalently abused drug in the world. In America, it’s not only legal just about everywhere, it’s advertised heavily. Alcohol is part of American culture and is literally being shoved down our throats. Holiday party? Alcohol. Football game? Alcohol. Date night? Alcohol. Going out with some coworkers after a busy Friday? Alcohol.
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When you recognize that you’re suffering from a substance use disorder, you end up facing the challenge of getting clean and sober. This involves going through detox and a treatment program that allows you to start living a new, healthier lifestyle. However, there will always be the risk that you’ll relapse sometime in the future,
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When you first call the National Rehab Hotline at 866-210-1303 for the support you need to help your loved one get into recovery.
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