Author Archives: Nita

Sobriety and the holidays

We like Buddy T’s blog at About.com’s Alcoholism venue. Today he posted a group of stories about staying sober during the holidays, some of which have been reposted here, but we thought it would be helpful to provide you with … Continue reading

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Keep an Eye on Hyper-Texting Teens

If you have a child who is spending way too much time texting friends on their cell phones or staying glued to their social network sites, you may want to monitor their behavior more closely. A new study has found … Continue reading

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Alcohol Withdrawal

The following is from Buddy T on About.Alcohol.Com Alcohol Detoxing Symptoms When heavy or frequent drinkers suddenly decide to quit “cold turkey” they will experience some physical withdrawal symptoms — which can range from the mildly annoying to severe and … Continue reading

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Rehab’s Fourth Stage

The Fourth Stage of Rehab is Advanced Recovery  The following is from Buddy T on About.com. The fourth stage of alcohol and drug rehab is reaching advanced recovery in which you have achieved long-lasting abstinence and have made a commitment … Continue reading

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Research Findings on Underage Drinking and the Minimum Legal Drinking Age

The extent and consequences of alcohol consumption by our Nation’s youth are matters of growing concern.  Not only do most young people drink alcohol, but they often drink heavily, putting themselves and those around them at risk.  The National Institute … Continue reading

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