Category: Alcohol Addiction

To understand the dangers of binge drinking, one must know the different types of drinkers. There are four types of drinkers, from social drinking to drinking to cope with life circumstances. Social drinkers generally can go out with fri…

The brain is a fragile part of the human body. How alcohol affects the brain can lead to long term and permanent changes that cannot be reversed. Those struggling with alcohol can attest to the hold that drinking has on them and this is …

A day in rehab can be a catalyst toward sticking out the process and beginning to heal, living a new life, and finding recovery. What is it like? What happens on a day-to-day basis? How does it help? These are all valid questions and the…

When someone goes into withdrawal, it can be extremely uncomfortable. Medications used for drug and alcohol detox serve a few purposes. First, they make the process safer. Then, they make the process more comfortable as well. But what ar…

Alcohol withdrawal comes with its own symptoms and side effects. Those who suffer from alcoholism and their family members often ask themselves “How long does alcohol withdrawal last?” There is no clear cut answer for this. E…

“I Can’t Even Make It Sober One Day”- How to Stay Sober? Getting and staying sober involves having a plan and some concerted effort. Your plan should involve: Getting Support If you have been drinking or taking drugs fo…

Being in a relationship with someone who has an alcohol use disorder (AUD) can feel confusing and isolating. You may have noticed differences in their behavior, they may have become secretive, and the way they act around you may have cha…

Alcohol abuse can be destructive to relationships. In fact, about half of all marriages where one partner has a drinking problem end in divorce. If you have ever thought to yourself: “My husband’s drinking is ruining our marr…