Most people imagine alcoholics passed out drunk on park benches, clutching an empty bottle in a paper bag. But some alcoholics have good jobs, lovely homes, and a stable family life. Outwardly, they don’t appear to have a problem with alcohol. These are high functioning alcoholics. Their drinking is difficult…
Alcohol abuse is a growing concern worldwide, with millions of people suffering the effects of excessive drinking. According to the National Institutes of Health, harmful alcohol consumption leads to approximately 1 million deaths in the US each year. This staggering statistic emphasizes the need for early intervention. Many people delay…
Technology has changed so many things, and not all these changes are for the better. Phone addiction is one of those negative aspects. As a child, I grew up playing outside or with dolls. Sure there was television time, and even a bit of time spent listening to awesome music…
In the past, there were not so many bored kids. Children were able to create fun and not depend on the fun to be catered to them. I am a child of the 70s, and for me, fun was utilizing my imagination. Although I did go through troubles and trauma,…
Could excessive social media use lead to depression? Unhealthy online behavior is a real problem in today's society. Let's talk about its underlying causes and the ways to overcome it. In the modern world, the current debate is whether addiction to technology is bearable or not. The status quo has…
Having a fear of life is a real mindset. While some people fear death, others actually fear life. The fear of death is easy to understand. After all, no one really wants to die. Understanding the fear of life, however, may sound like some silly notion. The fear of life…
If you experienced emotional trauma as a child, there are some things that can help you overcome it and live a happy life. Not everyone has had a stellar childhood. Some children lose one or both of their parents at a young age. Others are victims of or witness to…
Do different kinds of personality attract certain types of drugs, or do people that become addicted simply have an addictive personality? Will someone who is addicted to cocaine, for instance, be as likely to become addicted to alcohol? Or is it our personalities that dictate what types of drugs we…