Is It Addiction? Recognize the Warning Signs & When to Get Help
Addiction is more complex than simply using substances or engaging in behaviors frequently. The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) defines addiction as “a treatable, chronic medical disease involving complex interactions among brain circuits, genetics, the environment, and an individual’s life experiences. People with addiction use substances or engage in behaviors that become compulsive and […]
Is it Alcoholism?
September 15, 2014 Monday on GTU Joey Douglass from LDS Hospital Behavioral Health talked about alcoholism and alcohol abuse. There are an estimated 8 million people in America dependent on alcohol and it’s not always clear to see when drinking has crossed the line from moderate or social use to alcohol abuse. Alcohol definitely has […]
