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It’s the most wonderful time of the year. It’s a time of camaraderie, family, food, warmth, and laughter. Everyone is hanging lights and wrapping gifts. People are busy shopping and finalizing their vacation plans. It’s the season of togetherness, giving, and cheer. It’s the most wonderful time of year unless you’re an addict.  Then, it’s hell. I can remember my active addiction vividly and I hope I never forget it. I remember when Christmas used to loom around the corner like a court date. No one in your family is excited to spend time with you. If Santa were real, you’d [...]

Drinking alcohol is part of American culture, with the majority of the population drinking at some point during their lifetime.  In the last month, 59.4% of Americans consumed alcohol at least once, and 25.8% engage in binge drinking. These numbers have undoubtedly been impacted by the pandemic and the factors that came along with it. Isolation, fear of the unknown, and the other unexpected changes we experienced have contributed to this increased alcohol consumption and more people have found themselves to be addicted.  Alcohol is a drug that many people think helps you escape your problems and feel better about what [...]

You have finally completed your rehab program. You should feel proud of yourself for getting this far, as not everyone can accomplish what you just did. Although your program lasted one to two months, sobriety is a lifelong commitment with a few ups and downs. If you just finished our addiction treatment in Ohio and you’re reading this, it’s because you want to take the right steps to ensure a successful recovery. You have coping skills you were taught in rehab, so use them throughout your journey. It's true, life can be a little more stressful than rehab and it is [...]

It’s painful watching someone you love struggle with alcohol addiction. As you know by now, alcohol abuse affects more than one person. You want to talk to your friend or family member, but you don’t have the right words. What should you do? In this situation, education is the first step in creating dialogue. Before you talk to your loved one, it’s important that you learn as much as you can about the disease and understand it from their point of view. This knowledge will guide you when it's time to have that talk, arming you with what to say and [...]