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Abstinence the path to avoid alcoholism
Parents throughout Victoria and Canada are vehemently opposed to their children taking illicit drugs — but what about the most widely used, and deadliest drug of all? There is a killer that lives among us every day — a killer called alcohol. In recent years, it has been common practice for parents to condone underage….
Problem Drinker? You're Not Alone.
Problem drinking comes in a range of severity and demographic subtypes but is quite common and substantially undertreated, according to several recent studies. There are two main disorders: alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence. The former is less severe and is marked by drinking that leads to at least one of four problems: physically risky behavior….
Over-age drinking
December is the booziest month of the year, as Canadians increase their alcohol intake by about 35 per cent. That’s a lot of eggnog. That puts us even higher than the Italians, who drink about 30 per cent more than their monthly average in December, according to figures from a British think tank. At least….
Take it from a former binge drinker
The ancient Egyptian text of the Papyrus Antastasi gave a look into the satirical, yet advanced minds of society. One quote from this text said the following: “Don’t undertake to drink a whole pitcher of beer. Because if you then talk, from your mouth comes nonsense.” Didn’t we learn anything from the ancient Egyptians? Drinking….
Addictions Treatment Leads to Recovery
Addiction can be treated successfully and recovery is possible. Relapse doesn’t mean that there was a failure in treatment, it’s just a bump in the recovery road. Addictions treatment that encompasses behavioral therapy, counseling and support is the most effective at improving chances of recovery. Millions of people suffer from addiction to drugs, alcohol, food,….