The dangers of alcohol addiction are many. Like smoking, regular consumption of alcohol has far-reaching consequences on one’s physical and mental health but their effects may be palpably felt too late in life. Moreover, drinking at social gatherings is so normalized in our culture that some may not even be aware of their alcohol dependence,…
Consumption of alcohol is very much normalized in our culture, particularly in social events and gatherings, despite its harmful effects. Over 17 million American adults suffer from alcohol addiction and getting help can be a daunting process. If you or a loved one is struggling with alcoholism, help and healing is always available at Coalition…
We often think of alcoholics as individuals who have lost their jobs, family, and friends; however an estimated 1/5 of individuals with alcohol use disorders are defined as “functioning alcoholics,” meaning they still function within their career and social life. Learn how you can recognize these behaviors and the negative effects it can still have.
What are alcohol rehabs? What are they like? What do you do? These are all common questions we get so we’d thought we’d give a short breakdown of how most alcohol rehabs function.
If you are looking for the best alcohol rehab in Tampa, Florida, here is a list of attributes it should have. Better therapy gives better results. Be wary not to fall into some of the
We know that alcohol affects us in a variety of ways, from our physical health to our psychological health. We are most likely taught these dangerous effects in school when we’re young, but that rarely stops us from using alcohol or drugs and destroying our bodies.
You might not think of outpatient care when you think of addiction treatment, but outpatient rehabs can be a great way to continue treatment therapy long after inpatient (or residential) treatment is finished. Outpatient rehabs can also be a good option for individuals with busy lifestyles like working professionals, parents, and students. Learn more about outpatient rehabs here…
Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, also known as “wet brain” is a brain disorder commonly associated with alcohol abuse and is caused by vitamin B1 deficiency. This disorder limits a person’s ability to remember and form memories.
Drinking can be a coping mechanism for a variety of things: mainly underlying mental health disorders.
However, people may find themselves reliant on alcohol to help them in social situations which can lead to a unhealthy dependence.
You may not be surprised to learn that we are in the midst of an opioid epidemic. You might be surprised to learn what 88,000 people die per year from alcohol related deaths compared to 77,000 from opioids. So why do we tend to focus on one and not the other? The answer lies in the way our culture views each drug.