Dr. Sarah Church, founder and executive director of Wholeview Wellness in New York City, shares some tips on how to enjoy these celebrations while supporting recovery. "We encourage people to bring a, a sober buddy along with them. Somebody that understands what they’re trying to do and can support them. If they don’t have somebody who’s sober. Trying to pick somebody that’s not going to be drinking heavily that they can kind of spend time with is another option,” said Dr. Church. Read More
“Each 10 grams of alcohol, one drink, consumed daily, increases breast cancer risk by 10 percent. Alcohol increases estrogen levels, which promotes the growth of tumors,” said Dr. Sarah Church, PhD, founder and executive director of Wholeview Wellness. Wholeview Wellness encourages moderation as a first step in combating these issues. “Try to reduce the number of drinks, and choose lower-level alcohol products, like a summer ale as opposed to an IPA,” said Dr. Church. Read More
"Despite increased awareness of AUD, many individuals living with this condition still struggle with stigma and feelings of shame, which can make it challenging to seek help. It's important to understand that AUD is a medical condition—both diagnosable and treatable—with a range of effective treatment options, including medical and psychosocial supports," said Sarah Church, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist and Founder and Executive Director of Wholeview in New York, NY. " Read More