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Include your sober friends at your holiday party

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Moderation less is more

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10 Sober Spooky Ways to Make Halloween a Scream

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It surely comes as no surprise that while drinking alcohol may have pleasant effects, overdoing it can damage your health. And heavy use over time can cause serious, chronic health problems. Read on to learn more about how alcohol can impact your health.

Alcohol And Health: How alcohol affects you 

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The holidays and family can be triggering if you're sober or in recovery. Here are 10 ways to stay sober and set boundaries with your family during the holidays. 


10 Practical Ways to Set Holiday Boundaries With Family

For some, the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year. But parties can be challenging if you're sober. Here's how to make sure your sober friends are comfortable, safe and included.

Surprisingly Simple Tips for a Sober Inclusive Holiday Party

If you're sober this holiday season, you can still enjoy refreshing mocktails with Derek Brown's recommednations for 10 non-alcoholic holiday drinks you need to know.

10 Non-Alcoholic Holiday Drinks You Need to Know 

People with ADHD are two to three times more likely to struggle with substance abuse and addiction. Ritalin and Adderall can be misused, and those with substance use disorders should be cautious. 

People with ADHD and Addiction: The Fascinating Connection 

Moderate drinking is better for you, but how much alcohol consumption is moderate? Is one drink per day moderate? Your risk of health problems rises as alcohol intake increases. 


What is considered moderate drinking? Is it bad for you?

Worried about alcohol cravings on Halloween? Be ready with these sober Halloween activities, like volunteering, bobbing for apples, potlucks, decorating, and spooky mocktails.