Alcohol is the substance we see most, and the one people are slowest to name as a problem. These posts cover the whole range: the drinking that has not hit a crisis yet, the withdrawal that genuinely needs medical supervision, and what treatment looks like at either end of it.
We all know how the body can change as you enter different phases of your life. And though you might not realize it, there are significant differences as you go from your 20’s into your 30’s. One example of this relates back to alcoholism and the effects that drinking can have on your physical and mental […]
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In the era of COVD-19 and quarantining, it is much harder to pick up on addiction cues happening within our networking circles. When you’re in person, there can be easy-to-read signs that someone may be struggling (perhaps in their appearance or behavior). But with Zoom chats and social distancing, recognizing these indicators may require more scrutiny. CNBC recently […]
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In the United States in 2018, around 20.3 million people over the age of 12 were struggling with addiction. Of those, 14.8 million had an alcohol use disorder, while 8.1 million were diagnosed with an illicit drug use disorder. NIDA, the American Society of Addiction Medicine, the American Medical Association and the National Institute on […]
Causes of Addiction: Is Addiction a Choice or a Disease? Read More »
Keeping an eye on recovery-related news items, we often find ourselves drawn to research stories and industry headlines. But opinion pieces do catch our eye as well, especially when they come from respected journalists. This past week, noted New York Times writer Nancy Wartik authored a personal and informative story on alcoholism titled, “What Does […]
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Neither drug addiction or alcohol addiction discriminates based on gender or socioeconomic status. However, people from different backgrounds do turn to substance use for distinct reasons. What drives men and women to abuse drugs or alcohol is incredibly different, and the most effective treatment center should target your specific needs. It’s also true that people […]
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Alcohol use disorders affect each individual differently. They range from mild to severe and require specialized treatment that takes into account your unique background and circumstances. If you need alcohol to feel normal, it’s likely you’ve developed physical dependence. This isn’t the same as addiction, but the two go hand in hand. In case of […]
Alcohol Detox Timeline Read More »
We’ve all heard of the vicious cycle, as in the negative behaviors of a parent that can be repeated as a child grows up. Well that has always been associated with alcoholism and, interestingly enough, could carry over for mothers and fathers who classify themselves as “moderate drinkers.” This latest research comes out of Reuters, […]
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We have seen alcohol wreak havoc on so many lives. Excessive drinking can tear apart families, cost people their livelihood and even result in premature death. But there are many more reasons to give up the bottle, some of which were highlighted in a recent poll put together by Self Magazine. We found these points […]
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Traditionally, people tend to associate “binge drinking” (or large consumptions of alcohol in one sitting) with younger generations. Perhaps a college student going to an all-night party. Or a 20-something have a wild weekend in Las Vegas. Well interestingly enough, a new study has revealed that many older Americans fall prey to these habits as […]
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