Regardless of a clinic diagnosis, you know when you have alcohol use disorder, right?
I mean, if you sip the last drops of cognac from somebody else´s glass at cocktails and lock yourself in the bathroom to drink from the free mini samples you got at the supermarket…
When you drink the two whole bottles of wine at Thanksgiving, how do you call that?
adults consuming alcohol heavily
Alcohol use disorder can lead to tragedy too.
Remember that day when you almost run over that kid who when we were back from Christmas at my parents house?
You don´t?
That´s what happens too with alcoholics. They start to forget things. Especially bad things they do…
What can I do for losing emotional growth during 20 years of alcoholism? It’s never too late to regain the emotional growth you lost during alcoholism. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips for getting started. It is important to remember that each person’s journey is unique, so don’t be discouraged if these steps don’t work for you….
Why am I Scared of Alcoholics and Drug Addicts? There’s something about alcoholics and drug addicts that scares me. I’m not sure if it’s the fact that their addiction has taken over their lives or if it’s the unpredictability of their behavior. Whatever it is, I can’t help but feel scared around them. I’m not sure if it’s the fact…
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What Are the Responsibilities of The Twelve Steps Person? This time I’m writing to you about my opinion on the responsibilities described in the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) literature. I am someone who took part in the twelve-step program – it helped me a lot, and I am very grateful for this. I do not have a religious viewpoint, or follow…
Speak Multiple Languages and Treat Addiction with Occupational Therapy I’m turning forty-six this coming September, and I am fluent in four languages now. I am eager to move to another country and learn a new language again. If you have ever had the experience of learning a new language, you probably noticed how in the beginning, you translate in…
Why Sober Living is Important After Detox? Recovering from substance abuse requires effort for the rest of your life. Although detox and a simple rehab program may get you sober, you need a lot of work and assistance for this to become long-term. Going back home after therapy threatens their capacity to stay sober for numerous people. If your life…
What the 12 Steps of AA Don’t Teach You The Twelve-Steps Program has been helping millions to recover from alcohol and other drug abuse. In no way would I even dare to attack or undermine how effective and helpful this 12 step system is for whoever is in need of recovering from addiction. I want to point out some…
Why Does Alcohol Make You Fat? We are accustomed to finding nutrition labels on everything we buy to eat and drink. Have you ever given any thought to how alcohol influences your body weight? Well, it does, and I’ll tell you about it here. It is not just about the glycemic index in alcoholic beverages. It has to do with…
How to Choose the Best Gym At La Jolla Recovery, we have seen how aside from our programs, living a healthy life by exercising is essential and backed by research. However, is it indispensable for you to join a gym? Before you go shopping, ask yourself this question, this would be the suggestion of a personal trainer. A gym membership…
Why do People Drink too Much During the Super Bowl? So, it’s the super bowl again, and I couldn’t care less. I have never paid attention to sports on television, and I believe I’ve only been to a couple of soccer matches in stadiums. I never felt the rush of cheering for a team. I have gone to someone’s…
