The pervasiveness of addiction replacement shows that addiction is a disease, not a bad habit. Addiction replacement, also known as addiction substitution or transfer addiction, refers to an individual in recovery or rehabilitation replacing one addiction with another. This usually occurs when the emotional or psychological need that drove the initial addiction is still present…
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Holidays, anniversaries and other social events can be prime opportunities to drink. A couple of drinks may turn into an excessive amount and can even lead to alcohol poisoning. Alcohol poisoning is a condition in which a person consumes a lethal amount of alcohol, usually in a short period of time. A blood alcohol content between…
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When you struggle with addiction, it’s easy to feel isolated and alone. This disease can fill you with shame when you’re faced with cravings and the painful effects it has on every aspect of your life. While your experience is unique, it doesn’t mean you’re the only one who’s been caught in the web of…
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An addictive personality refers to a group of personality traits that predispose a person to develop addictions. These addictions can range from excessive shopping or gambling to obsessions with video games or comfort eating, as well as drug or alcohol addictions What Causes an Addictive Personality? One specific personality type does not automatically lead to…
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The power of documentaries comes from their ability to combine realism and storytelling in a way that reaches the viewer in a meaningful way. Maybe you know someone who has suffered from addiction or you’ve experienced addiction of some kind at some point in your life. No matter what happened in your past or what…
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Members of Greek organizations have a reputation for excessive drug and alcohol use. According to a Harvard University study, four out of every five sorority or fraternity members are binge drinkers, compared to two out of five college students that are not affiliated with a Greek organization. To understand how an increase in substance abuse…
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately one million people die each year from suicide. It’s predicted that by 2020, the rate of suicide will increase to one death every 20 seconds. People with addictions are at an increased risk of committing suicide. Sometimes, this risk is overlooked because family, friends and health care providers are…
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Addictions are compulsive behaviors toward a substance or activity that induces pleasure or some form of gratification. Addiction goes beyond drugs and alcohol. Activities such as excessive shopping, video gaming, sex and gambling can also qualify as addictions. An addiction is more than just a bad habit — it is a medical condition that requires…
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The joy of recovery should never be dampened. Yet, one of the most wonderful times of the year tends to be one of the hardest for those struggling to keep sober. You’ve worked hard to fight the disease of addiction, and you deserve to celebrate. Even though New Year’s Eve festivities are often associated with…
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What Is Dry January? After the crazy holiday season, January is a month of New Year’s resolutions and fresh starts. Dry January is a health and wellness trend that challenges people to quit drinking alcohol for 30 days. That means no booze at all, for any reason, for the entire month — whether it’s happy…
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