by | Aug 25, 2024 | Group Therapy
It’s not uncommon for people to mix substances, even though doing so can be extremely dangerous. One of the most common polysubstance use combinations people engage in is alcohol and marijuana. Yet, doing so can be risky. When used separately, both alcohol and...
by | Jul 5, 2024 | Family Therapy
Teen addiction is a growing concern in America. Teenagers and young adults have an increased risk of abusing drugs, alcohol, or prescription medications. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), in 2021, “753,000 adolescents ages 12...
by | Jul 2, 2024 | Group Therapy
Alcoholism, or alcohol use disorder (AUD), impacts millions of people every day. However, society is so accepting of alcohol consumption that recognizing a problem can be tough. In many cases, people may not even realize they’re struggling with AUD. How AUD...
by | Jan 25, 2024 | Relapse Prevention
Some people have a genetic sensitivity to alcohol. Certain genes also increase the risk of a person developing alcohol use disorder (AUD). According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), “Research shows that genes are responsible for...
by John Sharpe | Oct 28, 2023 | Blog
Indigenous individuals have a higher risk of developing alcohol use disorder (AUD) and co-occurring conditions. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), in 2021, “280,000 American Indian or Alaska Native people ages 12 and...
