Living with a spouse who is struggling with alcohol can be extremely challenging. On one hand, you love them and want to help them, but on the other hand, their behavior can be difficult or disruptive. It is important to acknowledge that there are many factors involved and that there is no one way to…
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is characterized by a persistent pattern of negative consequences in one’s life due to a preoccupation with obtaining and consuming alcohol. Over time, this fixation results in a physiological dependence that takes a significant toll on the alcoholic and their loved ones. Once alcoholism has been acknowledged, many questions can arise.…
It is often challenging to recognize a struggle with alcohol addiction until several facets of a person’s life have begun to change dramatically. This is especially true when an individual is able to continue their day-to-day life in a seemingly normal way, which enables them to conceal their alcohol addiction easily and for longer periods…