Practical Recovery

Drug rehab for mothers: drugs are transferred to breast milk

Drug rehab for mothers: drugs are transferred to breast milk

Many studies have shown that alcohol and drugs are transferred to breast milk and ultimately to infants. Thus, drugs and alcohol should be avoided while breast feeding. Mothers who struggle with reducing drug and alcohol consumption should consider entering a drug or alcohol rehab. In an alternative to AA, a self-empowering approach can be used […]

Considering Parental History of Alcohol Use and Anxiety as Risk Factors

Considering Parental History of Alcohol Use and Anxiety as Risk Factors

Non 12 step addiction treatment puts an emphasis on resolving underlying issues, including issues of anxiety. Family history with addiction and substance abuse can be a major factor in understanding the underlying issues behind one’s alcohol addiction. Previous research has shown that a family history of alcohol dependence is a risk factor for alcohol use […]

Alcohol-Related Media and Adolescent Alcohol Use

Alcohol-Related Media and Adolescent Alcohol Use

Non 12 step addiction treatment programs provide individual treatment plans depending on a person’s age, personality, and addictive behavior. Alcohol-Related Media and Adolescent Alcohol Use – The Study Adolescents are more vulnerable to the effects of alcohol and generally consume it in a more risky fashion, compared to adults. Alcohol consumption during adolescence may cause […]