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Addiction and Alcoholism
As a friend of recovering alcoholics and addicts, I especially wanted to have some good articles to help others who suffer from this disease.

Here are a few scenarios of alcoholics and questions for your thoughts only. Only you can make the admission of alcoholism.
How do I know if I have a drinking problem?

What an inspiring story this first article is. It's not until the smoke clears that we are able to see the true light within us. Read this and I am sure you will begin to feel the light within you.
Anyone You Know

This one is pretty interesting. I was told before about the sugar dependency from alcohol, so I was eager to read this article. She claims that addressing her allergies, such as sugar and wheat, her mental health improved. It sounds right, everything but not going to meetings anymore. That I hope I never stop doing.
Addressing Alcoholism With Nutrition

Fall Semester-A Time For Parents To Revisit Discussions About College Drinking
As college students arrive on campus this fall, it’s a time of new experiences, new friendships, and making memories that will last a lifetime. Unfortunately for many, it is also a time of excessive drinking and dealing with its aftermath—vandalism, violence, sexual aggression, and even death.

ADDITON SEARCH - The Latest Addition Information on the Internet.

FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME - Read up on this topic.

Can drinking alcohol affect your fertility? - Yes, drinking alcohol can adversely affect your fertility and also cause damage to your baby.

Getting There: If you are seeking treatment for a mental health or substance abuse problem, you can start by talking with people you know, such as family members, friends, school teachers or counselors, clergy, and your doctor. Your health insurance company can also give you a list of providers. If your employer has an employee assistance program, you can get a referral there.

Signals that may indicate alcohol or drug abuse by your adolescent:

no longer obeys curfews or other basic house rules

has changed friends significantly for the worse

has begun skipping school consistently

seems to be a different person

has become abusive with parents, brothers or sisters

has begun stealing from family members

has begun a "motel existence" within the house

avoids involvement with other family members at all costs

has been kicked out of school or fired from jobs more than once

has changed his daily living habits dramatically.