If you do it right, keeping a food journal can help you see what, when, where, and how much you are overeating. The right way is to write down the type and amount of food you eat, as well as the location and time. That way, you may be able to identify an eating style […]
Sober livingThe bottom line is, enabling gives them a false sense of security, an illusion of a safety net, and keeps the alcoholic from getting and accepting treatment. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAA) has published an alcoholism screening test that can help you and your spouse assess their drinking. Don’t allow alcohol […]
Sober livingThat can be a good time to get to know future roommates and decide whether that particular house is best for you. Rules vary depending on each home or accrediting organization, but most sober living homes have several rules in common. Sober living homes usually house only same-sex residents and require residents to complete either […]
Sober livingCirrhosis is the final stage of alcohol-related liver disease. By working together effectively, the negative health and social consequences of alcohol can be reduced. The context of drinking plays an important role in the occurrence of alcohol-related harm, particularly as a result of alcohol intoxication. Alcohol consumption can have an impact not only on the […]
Sober livingWithin just a month of not drinking, your body can begin to reap the benefits. Your liver can start to heal, your risks of heart disease and cancer go down, and you may begin to sleep better. Exploring, in writing, what you find difficult and when you most want to drink can help you notice […]
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