C. Scott McMillin | Recovery SI

Genetics of Heavy Drinking and Alcoholism

Many so-called “heavy drinkers” do in fact meet criteria for an AUD, but quite a few do not.

Posted by C. Scott McMillin | Apr 29, 2019 | Public Health | 0 |

It’s as if we can’t conceive of life without drowning ourselves in abusable substances.

Those of us who work in treatment quickly sense a problem: people with addictions aren’t likely to respond to this approach.

…despite the rapid growth in new cases, the number still doesn’t equal alcohol.

Now we carry 24 hour access to crap in our pockets, via the phone. And rather than a couple irritating broadcasters, we have access to millions.