The Fourth of July is only a few days away, and chances are you're already shopping for this year's cookout. Last year, Americans spent an estimated $3.8 billion on alcohol for one of the biggest drinking holidays here in the U.S. Executive Director of Wholeview Wellness, Dr. Sarah Church, shares ways you can celebrate safely and responsibly. Read More
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
"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