Is it a Good Idea to Quit Drinking Cold Turkey?

The term “quit drinking cold turkey”, or more specifically “cold turkey” has it’s origin in addiction withdrawal. The phrase describes the skin’s reaction to heroin withdrawal. As an addict stops using the drug, blood is drawn...

When Alcohol Changes From The Solution To The Problem

I am an alcoholic. I enjoyed drinking and only quit when the pain of drinking outweighed the pleasure of getting drunk. For many of us it is financial trouble, loss of a job, threats from a spouse, or legal trouble. The difference between guys like me and some other...