Sober Curious Denver
Denver has a drinking problem. The Denver Public Health department says that one in every four adults (which makes up 27% of the Denver population) binge drinks. This is the biggest statistic compared to any other Western City. Now, while the…
Alcohol Recovery Denver
It’s not always easy to fight an addiction. This is because addiction can be quite overwhelming. A person with an addiction to alcohol will only think about one thing ‘drinking.’ This becomes their reason for existence and why they wake…
Alcohol Ruins Lives
It's no secret that alcohol is a staple among many Americans. To some degree, alcohol is associated with happy feelings and positive events. Partying with friends, for example, usually involves casual drinking. A promotion at the office can…
I Can’t Stop Drinking Wine
Drinking wine can be an enjoyable experience, both relaxing and stress relieving. Millions of Americans are drawn to the allure of wine. In fact, studies show that around 32%, or a little less than one in three adults aged 21 and older are monthly…
Hiding Drinking
Alcohol is one of America’s most abused substances, contributing to an estimated 95,000 deaths annually. Despite these catastrophic losses, it’s still viewed as an acceptable form of celebration and is often linked to relaxation, fun, and…
Alcoholism and Divorce
Alcohol use can come with severe costs. It can lead to legal problems, financial stress, unemployment, and cause serious health issues. It can also destroy a family and romantic relationships. Alcohol use is one of the leading reasons couples…
Drinking Out of Boredom
Many people struggle with drinking out of boredom, and even if they don’t particularly like alcohol or its effects. Studies have shown that easily bored people are at higher risk of anxiety, depression, drug addiction, alcohol misuse, anger,…
Fear of Recovery
In the United States, roughly 19.4 million American adults who are addicted to drugs or alcohol don’t believe they need help for it, despite information that proves alcohol and drugs can carry lethal or other negative consequences. According…
Self Care In Recovery
As substance abuse spirals out of control, it’s easy to forget the importance of basic necessities such as managing stress, working out, or spending quality time with friends and family. Drugs can function as a quick fix to escape the hardships…
Is Gabapentin Addictive?
Gabapentin, sold under the brand names Neurotin, Gralise, and Horizant, is a drug most commonly prescribed for the treatment of nerve damage. While the drug is a useful medication for patients who suffer from epilepsy, restless leg syndrome,…