by bradford | Sep 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
Understanding PTSD Once known as “shell shock,” PTSD is a mental health condition that can affect anyone who has experienced a traumatic event. Trauma triggers our bodies to respond to anxiety and stress, releasing coping chemicals. Most people recover...
by bradford | Sep 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
The hardest phone call Brad Sayles ever had to make was the one that changed his life. The East Tennessee native and UPS pilot, who also serves as the company’s chairman of the HIMS Program (Human Intervention and Motivation Study), couldn’t even utter...
by bradford | Sep 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a big issue affecting millions. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), harmful drinking causes 3.3 million deaths yearly and keeps increasing. But there’s hope. AUD, which many call alcoholism,...
by bradford | Sep 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
When you think about someone dealing with alcohol problems, you might imagine a man facing these issues, as this is often how the media portrays alcoholism. However, the reality is that alcoholism among women is on the rise. In the past, men were more likely to drink...
by bradford | Sep 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
Retirement is a time many people look forward to, but it can also bring unexpected challenges, like alcohol abuse. Believe it or not, many retirees are struggling with alcoholism. Research shows that almost 5% more retirees become heavy drinkers within a year of...
by bradford | Sep 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
Before the First Stage – Pre-Alcoholism Alcoholism does not appear without warning. Many signs exist before someone becomes dependent on alcohol. Pre-Alcoholism is the earliest step in the stages of alcoholism. In this stage, friends and family may barely notice...
