Some food and drinks such as alcoholic beverages may interact poorly with medication and make them less effective. This can create a dangerous side effect. While also true for Zoloft, the fact is Zoloft’s overall effect may be compromised by mixing in alcohol. Learn more about why Zoloft and alcohol don’t mix. Interactions While food Read More…
What is Powdered Alcohol and How is it Abused?
For the first time in the history of the United States, powdered alcohol products are now on sale. The goal is to mix the powder into water which makes it seem almost like a protein shake, but with alcohol. A real concern is raised about how the alcohol will be used, including whether people will Read More…
Why Do People Smoke and Use Alcohol?
While alcohol can have immediate life-threatening effects in the form of an overdose, it can also prompt other harmful behaviors like so-called “social smoking” when drinking. As anyone who has ever been to a bar can vouch drinking and smoking is a popular combination. Many people find it difficult to have one without the other. Read More…
Six Helpful Conversations to Have with a College Student About Drinking
Binge drinking in college hasn’t changed much since the 1980’s but heavy drinking is a major problem. Learn more about what problem drinking looks like, find some talking points to address with a college student and how to open engaging conversation about drinking habits. Moderate Drinking Moderate drinking behavior is defined as 2 drinks per Read More…
Don’t Give Up Until You’ve Really Tried Sobriety
Quitting drinking can feel simple at first but it is a lifelong journey, not just a one stop deal. After spending years of one’s life thinking of drinking, going out drinking and being involved in scenes where alcohol was present it will take many more years to finally be free of the mindset and experience Read More…