Alcohol abuse is dangerous on many levels, from the emotional turmoil it can cause friends and family to the physical toll it takes on the body. The primary organ affected by alcohol consumption is the liver, and one of the most common illnesses stemming from alcohol abuse is an alcohol-related … [Read more...] aboutHow Does Alcohol Affect the Liver?
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The Legal Drinking Age is (Kind of) 21
Lowering the drinking age may be the desire of many students under the age of 21, but considering the negative effects of alcohol abuse, such an act would be unwise. With so many crimes committed under the influence (both intentional and unintentional), we have no reason to allow anyone younger than … [Read more...] aboutThe Legal Drinking Age is (Kind of) 21
The Key to a Successful Drug or Alcohol Intervention
Interventions are so important, as they are known to be critical to the success of an addicted person turning his or her life around. People who are afflicted with an alcohol or drug addiction are confronted by their friends and loved ones, and from there they are lovingly assisted onto a new path … [Read more...] aboutThe Key to a Successful Drug or Alcohol Intervention
5 Ways to Beat Alcohol Addiction
Alcohol addiction is a challenge. It is a struggle that not only affects those suffering from the addiction, but the loved ones surrounding them. Remember, a dependency to alcohol does not make you a bad person, as we all face obstacles in life. With this in mind, here are five ways you can actively … [Read more...] about5 Ways to Beat Alcohol Addiction
