The costs of drunk driving reach far beyond the financial toll of a DUI or a lawsuit. Both the person who committed the act and everyone affected by it, directly or indirectly, pay a high price that has a lasting impact. In every case of driving drunk when someone is injured or killed, everyone is…
Let’s face it; spending Christmas in recovery is not your ideal holiday scenario. The thought of being away from friends and family and focusing on your addiction treatment program can feel lonely and depressing. However, a residential rehab center may be just what you need to get a fresh start during the holidays and the…
Thanksgiving Day is a time for family and football, mashed potatoes, and turkey. And, yes, for some people, it’s also a time of drinking. For someone who is in recovery, that’s a big problem. You want to have a sober Thanksgiving, but the pressures to give in and return to your old ways of substance…
Living with an alcoholic can be challenging. Many people who are in that situation may feel like there are no solutions. They might be dealing with chaos in their home life, uncertain financial issues, and strained relationships. If you are in this predicament, you can make strides toward dealing with this problem and ultimately get…
People’s drinking patterns affect them in different ways. For many who struggle with alcohol use disorder, their day to day functioning is impaired. However, others can lead seemingly normal lives while drinking frequently. Since they might function adequately at work or at home, it is often too late before they realize they have a problem…
For most adults, drinking alcohol is often done socially. However, not everyone practices moderation. A considerable number have admitted to binge drinking at least once in a single given year. Many might not know that even one binge-drinking episode can have significant and lasting risks to their well-being. This post seeks to highlight the several…
Many people believe that when they consume alcohol, they become livelier. And they are right. Alcohol can act as a stimulant in lower doses. However, if you consume too much alcohol, you will notice its impairment effects. At this stage, it is quite easy for someone to lose their awareness and engage in activities they…
Addictions, no matter what kind they are, will cause pain and distress in your life. The habits of addiction tend to rule your life and cause everything else to dim in comparison. This makes life difficult for the user and for those around the person. If you are in this situation you have probably wondered…
While alcohol withdrawal is necessary for recovery from addiction, it can also be a painful process that causes discomfort. On average, a person going through detox may experience mild to severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms for a period of seven to fourteen days. An alcohol detox center ensures that a client successfully and fully detoxes from…
Is alcohol a drug? This is a question people often wonder due to the effects of alcohol on the brain. While not every substance that alters brain activity is classified as a drug, most professionals in the medical field consider alcohol a drug for various reasons. Furthermore, alcohol is considered one of the most addictive…