Our fellowship and the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous repeatedly relate stories of one alcoholic helping another. There is a chapter entitled ”Working With Others”. Our founders stressed that we had to seek out others afflicted with our disease and tell them how we did it; our hands always have to open to receive newcomers. [...]
Continue Reading...Many soldiers suffer from a variety of psychological problems including nightmares, flashbacks, paranoia and irrational anger for these reasons, Alcohol and Drug abuse is quickly becoming a growing problem among returning war vets.
Continue Reading...The Department Of Health – Shines a light on new research that links sleep problems with alcohol use. The research states that more the 50% of drinkers are unware of this link.
Continue Reading...In the 12 traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.), we learn that A.A. is not formally associated with any particular organization or corporation. However, there are several non-profit organizations and government agencies (A.A. included) that are dedicated to providing crucial information and resources that you may not find at your local meeting. The following are just [...]
Continue Reading...Hazelden and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are bringing together leaders from the area’s top health-care systems, insurance companies and major employers in a community-wide effort to decrease the number of alcohol-related accidents and injuries. The one-day event, to take place at the Landmark Center on Tuesday, April 21 at 8:00 a.m., [...]
Continue Reading...Alcohol treatment is fundamentally distinct from drug treatment. Unfortunately, many of the most high-priced rehab facilities in Southern California fail to put that principle into practice. Alcoholics and individuals who feel they may have a developing alcohol abuse problem face a unique set of challenges on the road to wellness. Cliffside Malibu was founded on [...]
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