“In some families, drinking too much is seen as comical, not a big deal, or a must during celebrations,” she adds. Consequently, many people may not realize their drinking has become a genuine problem. There are empathetic, actionable ways to support someone with an alcohol use disorder (AUD) who may be stuck in denial. How […]

The report also found that synthetic opioids, like fentanyl, are affecting opioid death rates among Black people more severely than other populations. When the pandemic hit and we were all in lockdown, I finally got to press pause. I’d been waiting my whole life to have this period where I’m just at home and I […]

Employers should have a clear substance abuse policy with confidential support and training on alcohol use dangers. Alcohol addiction can be difficult and potentially dangerous to recover from on your own. Severe alcohol withdrawal can be deadly, so heavy alcohol users should not attempt to wean off alcohol without the help of a professional medical […]