Get Involved With World Health Day
Every year on April 7, the World Health Organization (WHO) celebrates World Health Day. From its inception at the First Health Assembly in 1948 and since taking effect in 1950,…
Having Faith in Recovery
Developing faith may seem impossible, especially for someone who has led a difficult life. Watching people develop faith--sometimes for the first time in their lives--is a beautiful part of working…
Alcoholism and Depression
Alcoholism and depression can occur at the same time. Alcohol is a depressant drug, which means it slows down the function of the central nervous system. In some cases, people…
Understanding Physical Dependence
Physical dependence, addiction, drug abuse--these terms are often used interchangeably. But they aren't the same. Drug abuse is the act of misusing a substance. Addiction is a series of harmful…
First Year of Sobriety
Rehab offers you the chance to focus only on yourself and recovery. However, going back into the real world means being confronted with triggers that could result in a relapse.…
Depression and Alcoholism
Many people with mental health disorders develop co-occurring substance use disorders. In some cases, alcohol addiction can lead to the development of mental health disorders. No matter which comes first,…