What are the differences between binge drinking and alcoholism?
Many times people confuse binge drinking and alcoholism, but they are not the same. What is the same is that first responders tend to suffer from both due to being exposed to stressful and disturbing critical situations regularly. As you may have experienced, alcohol is almost a part of the first responder culture, which is […]
Four tips to help you adjust to a sober lifestyle
Adjusting to a clean and sober lifestyle after completing a treatment program for substance abuse is a challenge, especially for first responders. In addition to giving up certain aspects of a previous lifestyle, recovery also affords one the opportunity to explore new interests and make connections with people who support and encourage sobriety. “Research shows […]
How Addiction Affects Your Memory
Memory is a powerful force in the brain, responsible for storing and remembering information. Memories are often tied to emotions and can influence behavior. When a person becomes addicted to a substance, the brain rewires itself to remember the pleasure from taking the substance, which causes them to have intense cravings for it, even if […]