In 2023, only a fourth of the people who needed treatment for substance use disorders received it. Some of that was due to a lack of resources, but a large part was the person not believing they needed help. After all, if they can hide their alcohol use disorder and function well in society, surely it can’t be that bad, right? Maybe it’s not an alcohol use disorder at all. At Hope for Tomorrow, we know that isn’t the case. Alcohol use disorder can still destroy lives, no matter how well-hidden it is. If you suspect your loved one is a “closet alcoholic,” there are ways you can spot it, and there’s more information you should know. We’ll cover it all in this blog.Learn more

We’ve all seen a TV show or movie where there’s an “angry drunk.” Usually, it’s a man shouting or becoming violent. Sometimes a fight ensues, and someone is seriously hurt. Is there truth to that depiction? In reality, between 16% and 50% of people with alcohol use disorders exhibit violent behavior. Different studies have found different results, but all of us at Hope for Tomorrow have seen the correlation between anger and alcoholism (alcohol use disorder) firsthand. Anyone who has been on the other side of alcohol-induced aggression can tell you it’s very real.Learn more