Alcohol is an addictive substance that impacts millions of men and women each year and is one of the leading causes of preventable death in the U.S. Those who abuse alcohol and try to quit will need to enroll in alcohol addiction rehab to get through the painful and sometimes deadly withdrawal symptoms of alcohol…
When it comes to breaking an alcohol addiction, the importance of alcohol detox cannot be emphasized enough. It’s one of the most effective ways to start feeling better and healing faster. At the completion of detox and rehab treatment, you’ll be able to live a clean and sober life. It’s doesn’t have to be an…
If you have ever tried to address an alcohol abuse problem with a friend or family member, you might have felt resistance or defensiveness from your loved one. The idea that you can’t help people who won’t help themselves is not true. The right approach can encourage someone with an alcohol use disorder (an addiction…
If you have ever tried to address an alcohol abuse problem with a friend or family member, you might have felt resistance or defensiveness from your loved one. The idea that you can’t help people who won’t help themselves is not true. The right approach can encourage someone with an alcohol use disorder (an addiction…
Those who are battling an active addiction feel hopeless. If you’re like most alcoholics, you’ve probably considered going to alcohol abuse rehab centers in Jacksonville, but you don’t think they’ll work for you. The part of your brain telling you that is also the part of the brain making sure you continue to drink. That’s…
Alcohol addiction, or alcoholism, is one of America’s most widespread substance problems. However, the underlying reasons for becoming addicted are not as widely known. By learning about the most common factors, you make it easier to prevent the onset of addiction. You can also improve your understanding of people affected by serious alcohol problems. Just…
A study published by The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) from Iowa State University reveals that the amount of money that beer companies spend on advertising strongly predicts the number of teenagers who have heard of, preferred, and tried different brands of beer. 99% of middle and high school students surveyed reported hearing of…
If your drinking is getting out of control you may not be the first to know it. You may be in denial but your family, friends, and coworkers can recognize the signs. Maybe you are one of those people who are adept at hiding your flaws. You don’t think anyone has noticed that you are…
Drinking at social events is so normalized in our culture that we do not notice the signs of alcoholism until it is too late. “Functioning alcoholism” is a colloquial term often used to describe those who are secretly struggling with alcohol addiction, but outwardly appear to live normal, productive lives with an active social circle.…
Alcohol addiction leaves many telltale signs in those who have it. Recognizing these signs in oneself or a loved one is the first step toward getting help through an alcohol addiction treatment program. While pursuing rehab may seem difficult, it can save a life and make the life after recovery fuller. Signs of Needing Alcohol…