Hope & Support Groups provide a safe and confidential space for parents, guardians, and others who are concerned about a loved one’s substance use or addiction. All families are welcomed and ...

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About 27 million American adults, roughly the population of Texas, struggled with alcohol use disorder last year, according ...

A person can use various strategies to help them stop drinking alcohol. It is helpful for individuals to understand their motivations and goals behind it. Having a personalized plan can also increase ...

Share on Pinterest New research finds that quitting and cutting back on alcohol may reduce brain shrinkage and improve brain health.. Milan Markovic/Getty Images A study has found that quitting or ...

Nicole Lee works as a consultant in the alcohol and other drug sector and a psychologist in private practice. She has previously been awarded funding by Australian and state governments, NHMRC and ...

A new grant from New Hampshire’s Division of Behavioral Health at the Department of Health and Human Services awarded the University of New Hampshire $400,000 to create alternative peer groups for ...

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 ...

"My group will focus on alcohol and drug abuse support. The group runs 45 to 1 hr. We will deal with methods for coping and reducing usage. We will also refer members to outside treatment when ...