Most people know that smoking causes cancer and that there's no "safe" number of cigarettes that are OK to smoke.

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Beginning a journey away from alcohol dependency marks a bold step forward. This transition, however, comes with its challenges. One of the most significant ones is alcohol withdrawal. For someone ...

Alcohol is a nervous system depressant, and heavy drinking can also cause isolation and depression. But many resources exist to help you create social circles. Alcohol and loneliness can create a ...

A digital support tool on your phone can help if you want to reduce your alcohol consumption. Researchers have developed and evaluated a digital tool which helps individuals reduce their alcohol ...

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and alcohol use have a complex relationship. You may be more likely to develop alcohol use disorder (AUD) when living with OCD. Drinking can potentially make ...

Alcohol withdrawal occurs when someone who is physically dependent on alcohol suddenly stops or reduces their drinking. In the most severe cases, the condition can be fatal. Many symptoms may arise ...

"This group is for those struggling substance use that do not need to admit to residential treatment and are able to continue working, but still need intense services to regain control of their lives.

"This is a group for individuals who have had some degree of recovery from substance abuse who are looking for additional support outside of 12-step/celebrate recovery meetings or individual therapy.