Improving access to a substance abuse treatment center in California and supporting recovery are both important elements of International Overdose Awareness Day, which is an annual event that started in 2001. But what is International Overdose Awareness Day 2019? Drug overdoses are one of the leading causes of accidental death worldwide, causing nearly 200,000 premature deaths annually.…
Alcohol is commonly abused by many American adults today. This is because it is relatively easy to get access to and inexpensive in most locations. Alcohol poisoning is a serious medical condition that can result in great physical harm or even death in some cases. If you or a loved one are frequently consuming enough…
Substance Induced Mood Disorder is a type of depression that is triggered by drug or alcohol use. A disorder differs from common after-effects of taking these substances, such as temporary sadness, grogginess, slight irritation, or the classic hangover. A disorder is far more severe and lasts longer. If you feel intense sadness or depression several…
Watching someone you love struggle with alcoholism is no easy feat. They think their drinking is under control. However, you know the damage it is causing to their emotional, mental, and physical health. With this knowledge, you understand the value in resources that shows you how to help an alcoholic. The damage you regularly witness…
April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Why should you care? For starters, you might be struggling with an alcohol use disorder and not know it. Secondly, this is the month to find out. Turn Alcohol Awareness Month into an Opportunity Public service announcements will probably come across your social media feed in April. Similarly, you might…
Are you asking yourself, “Am I an alcoholic?” If so, you may have a drinking problem which has gone on for some time. Most people who abuse alcohol stay in denial about it, sometimes for life. Asking important questions like this indicate that you recognize something is wrong. The next step is to do something…
Waking up each morning with the shakes isn’t pleasant. Because you spend so much time drinking and recovering, life’s passing you by. You want to quit, but you fear the withdrawal symptoms. A detox from alcohol with medical monitoring is the safest and most comfortable way to begin recovery. The Typical Alcohol Withdrawal Timeline How…
Your genes determine your physical and behavioral traits, which come from your parents. Because of that, you might wonder if alcoholism genetic too. Knowing your risk for alcohol use disorder can help you make better decisions about drinking. Is Alcoholism Genetic? Scientific evidence that genes affect the likelihood of alcohol addiction continues to build. Researchers…
Co-occurring disorders are common because the brain becomes vulnerable when it develops one. Two conditions that occur together often are alcohol addiction and anxiety. However, there’s more to their relationship than one developing after the other because the brain is vulnerable. An Alcohol Overview Most people are familiar with alcohol, which includes beer, wine, and…
Many people facing alcohol dependence recovery wonder what happens when you quit drinking. Some fear this process, while others can hardly contain their excitement for a better future. But everyone agrees on one thing. That is, drinking for so long took its toll on many aspects of your life. Health Damages of Drinking As said…