Alcoholism is sometimes referred to as a “family disease” because the addiction puts a strain on the spouse or partner, children, and...
What is a 12-Step Program and How Does It Help People Recover?
For many, attending a 12-step program such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) comes to mind when they think of addiction recovery. Since AA...
What Are the Signs of a Functioning Alcoholic? How Can You Help?
Most people think of an alcoholic as a stereotype: someone who blacks out, who can’t hold down a job, who slurs their words or...
The Complete Guide to Dry Drunk Syndrome
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. Your loved one has worked hard to overcome their addiction to alcohol. They have...
Motivational Interviewing Therapy for Addiction
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. When most of us think of the word “interview,” we imagine a nerve-wracking experience...
Does One Drink Count as a Relapse?
Linda’s recovery was feeling a little shaky. When a friend from her Alcoholics Anonymous group reached out and asked for Linda’s...