What is a trigger for alcohol use disorder (AUD)? Think of a trigger in terms of cause and effect. When operating a gun, pulling the trigger is the cause, and the gun firing is the effect. Alcohol use disorder (AUD), colloquially known as alcoholism, can operate by the same rules. There is … [Read more...] about10 Common and Uncommon Triggers for Former Alcoholics To Avoid
Mental Health
Poverty, PTSD, and Addiction: A Cycle of Defeat
The poorest citizens in our country, often living in impoverished communities, are plagued by mental illnesses including substance abuse. We often see this as a problem that begins with an addiction that ruins a person's finances and leads to poor mental health. However, living in an … [Read more...] aboutPoverty, PTSD, and Addiction: A Cycle of Defeat
The Shocking Rise of Teen Homelessness in America
On a per capita income basis, the US is one of the most affluent societies in the world. But the problem with a measure of wealth like this is that it says nothing about how the money is distributed. Some people are billionaires while others don’t have the resources to put a roof over their head or … [Read more...] aboutThe Shocking Rise of Teen Homelessness in America
