alcohol

How to love an addict without enabling

June 12th, 2015

Worry, fear, and enabling are ways that we cope with addiction. But what if you could do something else? Learn more here.

What does moderate drinking really mean?

June 11th, 2015

Is moderate drinking for you? Find out here. An exclusive Q&A with experts from the Drink Link Moderation Drinking Programs.

What can you do when you hit rock bottom with alcohol or drinking?

May 29th, 2015

Hitting bottom is different for everyone. But where can you go when you’re finally ready for help? Five (5) tips here.

Addiction and long term recovery

May 26th, 2015

Recovery is not a sprint! In order to succeed we must learn to pace ourselves and prepare for what lies ahead. Tips here on how to apply self-restraint, trust, and a willingness to hang in there for the long haul.

The 9th Step: When making amends goes wrong

May 25th, 2015

A bit of experience, strength, and hope when it comes to people NOT accepting amends. More on the 9th step in the 12 step program here.

Does Antabuse help with alcohol cravings?

May 19th, 2015

Yes and no. While Antabuse does not address cravings directly, it does make alcohol less attractive for problem drinkers. More on how Antabuse works for treatment of alcoholism here.

Can (or should) you test yourself for addictions online?

May 17th, 2015

A list of criteria to evaluate whether an online test for addiction is legit (or not). More here.

Does acamprosate help with alcohol withdrawal?

May 15th, 2015

Acamprosate does not prevent alcohol withdrawal symptoms that people may experience when they stop drinking. Instead, it works to help regulate the alcoholic brains by lessening cravings for alcohol. More on acamprosate for alcoholism here.

How to leave an addict? (Let go!)

May 6th, 2015

If you are living with an addicted spouse or partner, what does it take to leave? A guide on how to address the fear and let go of an addict (for good) here.

Does Campral get you high?

May 5th, 2015

No, Campral does not produce euphoric effect and cannot get you high. We review Campral’s chemical composition, mechanism of action, and possible side effects here.