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When to Leave an Alcoholic: The 6 Red Flags to Look Out For
When to Leave an Alcoholic: The 6 Red Flags to Look Out For
Loving someone who struggles with alcoholism can be exhausting and confusing – and trying to figure out if or when to leave an alcoholic can be even more so. Chances...read more
5 Tips: How to Deal with an Alcoholic Parent
5 Tips: How to Deal with an Alcoholic Parent
Growing up and dealing with an alcoholic parent is a battle you didn’t ask for.  Whether you experienced their alcoholism as a child or their addiction evolved after you moved...read more
9 Relapse Warning Signs to Look Out For, According to Experts
9 Relapse Warning Signs to Look Out For, According to Experts
It can be helpful to be aware of the early warning signs that could indicate a person is headed toward a potential relapse. Maybe you are trying to stay sober,...read more
How to Explain Addiction to a Child or Teen
How to Explain Addiction to a Child or Teen
If you or a loved one has experienced addiction, you’ve probably engaged in many adult conversations with other adults about this topic. Perhaps with therapists, your romantic partner, and peers...read more
How Long Do Alcoholics Live? A Realistic Look at Alcohol’s Impact on Lifespan
How Long Do Alcoholics Live? A Realistic Look at Alcohol’s Impact on Lifespan
If you or someone you care about drinks heavily, it’s a fair question to ask: How long do alcoholics live? While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, research gives us a pretty...read more
Free Custody Evidence Checklist & Tracker: Build Your Strongest Case
Free Custody Evidence Checklist & Tracker: Build Your Strongest Case
Get your free Evidence Tracker & Checklist for child custody: Google Sheets → The cost of divorce and child custody cases is often overwhelming. Many lawyers charge by the hour,...read more
Am I Dating an Alcoholic? Here are the Signs, According to Experts
Am I Dating an Alcoholic? Here are the Signs, According to Experts
You’re here because you’re wondering: Am I dating an alcoholic? If you’re having a hard time answering this question, that’s completely normal – the answer isn’t always cut-and-dry. Maybe you’re...read more
How to Prove Substance Abuse in Court for Custody, According to Experts
How to Prove Substance Abuse in Court for Custody, According to Experts
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a major factor in child custody cases – and trying to prove substance abuse in court isn’t always a straightforward process. SUD is often completely...read more
Alcohol Relapse Statistics: How Common it is & Why it Happens
Alcohol Relapse Statistics: How Common it is & Why it Happens
When it comes to long-term addiction recovery, keeping alcohol relapse statistics in mind can be a powerful way to stay vigilant. Relapse, after all, is a reality anyone struggling with...read more
CPS Drug Testing and Parental Alcohol Use: What to Know
CPS Drug Testing and Parental Alcohol Use: What to Know
The link between substance abuse and child abuse is well-established. The link continues as children grow. Meaning: Kids who grow up in an environment rife with substance abuse often develop...read more
Could You be a “Weekend Alcoholic”? 8 Signs Your Weekend Drinking is a Problem
Could You be a “Weekend Alcoholic”? 8 Signs Your Weekend Drinking is a Problem
Have you ever referred to yourself as a weekend alcoholic? While this as a tongue-in-cheek term for many, it’s a medical one, too – clinicians actually use it to describe...read more
How to Prove an Unsafe Environment for a Child
How to Prove an Unsafe Environment for a Child
When a child is living in unsuitable or unsafe living conditions, their well-being absolutely must come first. If you are a parent with a court-ordered custody arrangement and believe your...read more