Underage Drinking Statistics

Though legally, the drinking age in America is 21, many people indulge in underage drinking. What they might not know is that they could be exposing themselves to numerous short and long-term health risks. How widespread is it, and what are its potential dangers? We aim to answer these and more questions. Contact Serenity House…

Alcohol Abuse and Relationships

Unfortunately, the association between alcohol and relationships is often detrimental. Alcohol abuse is a real problem that can negatively affect marriages, romantic relationships, families and drive wedges between individuals. People who depend on alcohol commit actions such as misuse of finances, ignoring the children, causing physical fights, threatening the happiness and health of those around…

Prioritizing Your Recovery Goals

Prioritizing Your Recovery Goals Starting your healing journey is an important part of the process. Once you are on the path to healing, you can begin thinking about your recovery goals because creating and prioritizing your recovery goals will ensure that your future will go more smoothly. Consequently, you won’t be as overwhelmed by the…

Why is Addiction Treatment Needed

Addiction treatment is absolutely necessary when individuals are showing the signs of addiction. No one plans to become addicted to substances and often the problem is only noticed after it has created negative life altering effects. Signs Of Addiction These common signs of addiction may require the involvement of an addiction treatment center or receiving…

About Perspectives: A Time for Change Virtual Addiction Conference

Hello everybody and welcome to this week’s episode of Perspective Matters: This Week in Behavioral Healthcare. I’m your host Glenn Hadley with Southworth Associates. I just want to take a brief minute to thank our sponsors not only for the show but also for the upcoming event, “Perspectives: A Time For Change.”   We’re just…

Myths Surrounding Treatment and Recovery

  At Alina Lodge, we understand that each individual struggling with addiction is different and that there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to recovery. This is why our counselors customize each treatment plan to the individual’s needs. If you or someone you care about is battling a substance use problem, the team at Alina Lodge can…