Over the past several years, alcohol abuse has been steadily on the rise in the U.S. For many people, alcohol is a numbing agent turned to in times of stress. In some cases, drinking alcohol is an act used to relieve symptoms associated with anxiety or depression. Unfortunately, it doesn’t take long for intermittent or … Read more

What Does It Mean to Self-Medicate With Alcohol, and Can It Cause Addiction? Depression, pain, and anxiety are some of the many chronic health conditions that can be difficult to cope with and treat. In some instances, the medications and therapies used to treat conditions such as these fail to provide people with the immediate … Read more