So, you’ve decided you’re ready to overcome alcohol addiction. Perhaps you’ve also decided that the Sinclair Method (TSM)—or another form of medication-assisted treatment—is the best choice for you. But now you may have another big question on your mind: How do I pay for it? While there are some free resources online for the Sinclair […]
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Attending an alcohol rehab program is among the first solutions many people think of for alcohol addiction. But that doesn’t mean it’s the most effective. In fact, alcohol rehab is often expensive, time-consuming, and regularly relies on outdated and ineffective treatment methods. In 2018, at least 14.4 million adults in the United States had an […]
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When people think of alcoholism and alcohol dependence, they often picture a person knocking back hard liquor. Beer tends to raise fewer eyebrows, and is more frequently seen as a harmless way to kick back and relax. If beer is your alcohol of choice, it might be easier to think that you don’t have a […]
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It goes without saying that not everyone who drinks has a problem with alcohol. Many people enjoy the occasional beer, or cocktail with friends, and experience no negative consequences. So if you drink sometimes when you’re out and about, or sometimes have a glass of wine in the evening, there may be nothing to worry […]
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With quarantine now lasting for months, medical care is increasingly crucial. Confined to home, consumers who have not been infected themselves have still suffered job and income loss. From a late April Census Bureau survey, one-third of Americans are showing signs of clinical anxiety or depression. But health insurers are listening, and responding to COVID-19. […]
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The first half of 2020 has been severely challenging for many people. COVID-19 has prompted social isolation, unemployment, and financial hardship. People have been managing the fear and anxiety caused by a new disease, abrupt life changes, and an unpredictable future. Meanwhile, shelter in place has brought families into close quarters and left others on […]
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Consuming alcohol isn’t just common, it’s also widely accepted and promoted as a way to relax, let go, and have a good time. While plenty of people use alcohol moderately, there are many others for whom this is not so easy. Some may even develop an addiction to alcohol, becoming entangled in a cycle that […]
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In recovery, people often go through a time of mourning for the “years lost to alcohol.” It usually hits when things are finally going well: You’ve gotten your drinking under control or have some sobriety under your belt, and you’re feeling the difference. At this point, a very sad thought can occur to you: that […]
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As the COVID-19 pandemic grinds on, the death toll is not the only casualty. Healthcare workers who are dealing with the crisis on the front lines face unparalleled stress. Dr. Alex Lee, director of coaching at Ria Health, explains: “I do have more concern around the short-term impact of COVID-19 on mental health. Healthcare workers […]
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If you’ve decided it’s time to give up alcohol for good, you’re certainly not alone. Over a million Americans seek treatment every year for alcohol addiction, and many eventually find lasting success. That said, the path can appear long and intimidating, especially if you’re just starting. Fortunately, there are more resources for getting sober than […]
