Adolescence is a time in our lives when we’re naturally curious and eager to explore the world in new and exciting ways. However, the...

After I published “Could Your Brain Be Wired for Alcoholism?” last month, a number of my followers requested some similar information on...

Much like diabetes, alcoholism is most often the result of biochemical differences present in certain people. A genetic predisposition...

As an interventionist and addiction counselor who has worked with hundreds of families, many clients have shared with me that deep down...

Drug treatment is very important, but treatment alone is not enough to stay sober on a long-term basis. You need something that is more...

As a highly trained, certified and experienced interventionist, my job is to work with families on how to motivate loved ones in need of...

Addiction is not a spectator sport – the collateral damage affects the entire family. This is a well-documented fact, and professionals...

Just about anyone with any appreciable amount of recovery will tell you that getting sober is only the beginning – staying sober is the...