The following is an essay written by a Prescott House marketing team member as a reflection on the untimely death of an old friend’s young husband. We are sharing it as a testimony to the ripple effect of alcoholism. I didn’t know Mark Thomas. I think maybe I had Read more…
Therapies for Addictions Continued Alcoholics Anonymous is a twelve step program that demands total and complete abstinence from all mind-altering substances (alcohol and narcotics), in order to achieve success. The program is broken down into several components that help foster positive outcomes. First, admittance of powerlessness and inability to choose wisely when Read more…
One day at a time …oh, and once you get to the top, check out the view! Lots of beauty to take in. Once you’re in recovery, you can see life more clearly and enjoy all the wonderful things around you in a way you weren’t able to fully experience Read more…
Personal & Social Ramifications When speaking on the subject of alcoholism, the negative implications on ones health are plentiful. Outside of the social ramifications of alcohol abuse – such as its impact on familial, personal and romantic relationships, career goals, and possible legal troubles – the effects of alcohol on Read more…
While trends show that the number of problem drinkers continues to remain relatively unchanged year over year dating back to 1992, the impact of these individuals is felt both in terms of dollars spent (healthcare, social services, legal services, etc.) and overall health and life expectancy. For our purposes here, Read more…
