Category Archives: Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol or drug dependency is a form of chronic substance misuse. Dependency makes addiction recovery more challenging because it requires … Continue reading How Long Does It Take to Detox From Alcohol? →

As of 2021, the United States Food and Drug Administration has approved only three medications for the treatment of opioid … Continue reading Suboxone vs. Vivitrol: Which Is Better for Treatment? →

We don’t often appreciate the role of sleep in our physical and mental health. A few sleepless nights aren’t typically … Continue reading The Importance of Sleep in Alcoholism Recovery →

One of the most challenging aspects of trying to support someone with an alcohol use disorder is that it can … Continue reading How to Support Someone with an Alcohol Use Disorder →

Everyone knows that exercise is a necessary part of a healthy lifestyle. Its positive effects on the body and mind … Continue reading How Does Alcohol Affect Muscles? →

We’ve all been there. You come home from a long day at the office and say to yourself, “I need … Continue reading Is My Job Causing Me to Drink? →

Choosing to quit drinking is one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. Without alcohol, your physical health will improve, … Continue reading How to Cope with Alcohol Cravings →

According to Greek mythology, Sisyphus, King of Corinth, tricked Zeus and cheated death more than once. This angered Zeus so … Continue reading The Dangers of Mixing Alcohol with Psychiatric Medication →

No matter how many times you twist and turn, you can’t seem to find a comfy position in your bed. … Continue reading The Dangers of Mixing Ambien and Alcohol →

Imagine standing in line for a roller coaster with nothing to think about except the anticipation of the ride ahead. … Continue reading What Happens When You Leave Rehab Early? →

January is that exciting time of year where new year’s resolutions are made and we all strive to live healthier, … Continue reading Dry January – A Spotlight on Sober Curiosity →

One week you feel on top of the world, socializing with everyone you meet and bouncing from one activity to … Continue reading Can Alcohol Abuse Cause Bipolar Disorder? →

The holidays can be a difficult time for all of us. Where some people experience joy and happiness, others may … Continue reading How to Celebrate the Holidays Alcohol-Free →

Excessive drinking turns you into someone your loved ones don’t recognize, changing your normal behaviors and decision-making. This is due … Continue reading Alcohol Abuse’s Effects on Daily Behaviors →

There’s the stereotypical alcoholic in television shows and movies who is portrayed as the “villain” or screw up – and … Continue reading Who is Most Likely to Become an Alcoholic and Why? →

Your loved one’s post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is like their own personal war that never goes away. From physical abuse … Continue reading Does My Loved One’s Alcohol Use Make Their PTSD Worse? →

Did you know that anxiety has a direct connection to your central nervous system? That’s why anxiety naturally increases your … Continue reading Does Alcohol Ease or Worsen Your Anxiety? →

Think back to the lifestyle you lived in your teens and twenties. Could you eat whatever you wanted without fear … Continue reading 5 Health Complications from Alcohol Abuse as You Age →

Does it feel like you’ve gone weeks or months without a single sober interaction with your husband, father or son? … Continue reading Do Men Drink More than Women? Your Loved One’s Drinking Problem →

There are two environments where alcohol flourishes. The first is at social activities like happy hours after work, summer picnics … Continue reading Can Loneliness Make You Drink More? →

Do you drink too much? “Yeah, probably,” you think to yourself. But when the coronavirus (COVID-19) has you isolated from … Continue reading Should I Go to Rehab? Why Now is the Best Time Despite COVID-19 →

Have you noticed any trends with your excessive bouts of drinking lately? For example, you may get a cold or … Continue reading How Does Alcohol Affect the Immune System? →

Your loved one’s addiction has come with an endless number of ups and downs. At the lowest points, your spouse, … Continue reading What Can You Do for Fun Without Drinking on St. Patrick’s Day? →

Bar crawls, beer and a whole lot of green. Nearly 150 million people across the country celebrate St. Patrick’s Day … Continue reading St. Patrick’s Day Parties: How to Avoid Excessive Drinking →

Short for detoxification, “detox” is a period of time where you aim to rid yourself of toxic, unhealthy substances like … Continue reading What it’s Like to Go Through Detox and Withdrawal →

A new year means a brand new you, right? That tagline sounds great at first when you’re excited about your … Continue reading Dry January: What it is and the Health Benefits You Should Consider →

Maintaining your recovery from addiction is something you have to work at every day. That means managing your stress levels, … Continue reading Eating Healthy During the Holidays: 5 Ways to Avoid Sugar in Recovery →

You never thought you’d see the day where you would be able to make it 24 hours without drinking alcohol. … Continue reading What You Should Know About Sugar Cravings After Quitting Alcohol →

Everywhere you turn, it seems like there is a new bar or microbrewery popping up on every street corner in … Continue reading Binge Drinking: Why It’s Prevalent in Denver and How to Help →

As Kylee came to, she realized she was on the floor. She had suffered a seizure, and no one had … Continue reading Getting Your Life Back After Alcoholism: Kylee’s Recovery Story →

You know what you’re getting yourself into when you drink. Headaches, vomiting, passing out and hangovers are all just part … Continue reading 7 Effects of Alcohol on Your Stomach and Digestive System →

What benefits the body, benefits the mind. Your body and mind are intricately connected, working together to help you thrive. … Continue reading Why Nutrition Can Make All the Difference for Recovering Alcoholics →

There’s always this façade with your loved one when in public. From the outside looking in, your spouse, child, parent … Continue reading How to Cope with a High Functioning Alcoholic →

Alcohol kills an estimated 88,000 people a year, while just over 15,000 people died after overdosing on heron in 2017. … Continue reading Is Alcohol Worse Than Heroin? →

  The short answer to that question is that it takes the body about seven to 10 days to detox … Continue reading How Long Does Alcohol Detox Last? →

  A little red wine might offer some minor health benefits, but heavy drinking is always bad for your health. … Continue reading Does Alcohol Cause High Blood Pressure? →

    It’s well known that alcohol can damage the liver, but what you might not know is that heavy … Continue reading The Reasons Alcoholism Causes Pancreatitis →

A drink to take the edge off. A way to unwind after a long day. Relaxing with friends over a … Continue reading Can Alcohol Cause Panic Attacks? →

  We’ve heard it for so long that we’ve all come to accept it as truth: While heavy drinking is … Continue reading Is Alcohol Good for Your Health? →

Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the United States. And while it’s true … Continue reading The Truth About Alcohol and Heart Health →

  Some 25 percent of kids under the age of 18 are exposed to family alcohol abuse or dependence, according … Continue reading How to Shield Kids From Signs of Addiction →

Naltrexone, or Vivitrol, is best known for treating opioid addiction, but it is also used to treat alcohol addiction. It … Continue reading Will Naltrexone Stop Alcohol Cravings? →

  It’s an undisputed fact that alcohol can boost your mood. After a few sips of a nice Chardonnay or … Continue reading Can Alcoholism Cause Depression? →

Alcohol is blamed for about 2,100 overdose deaths a year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease … Continue reading Alcohol vs. Cocaine →

Rates of excessive drinking in the United States are at an all-time high, according to a recent report by Newsweek. … Continue reading Why Binge Drinking is Bad: The Effects of Alcohol on the Heart →

  Talk. They hear you. That’s the message that the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is trying … Continue reading Teaching Children Alcohol Awareness →

  Alcohol is full of empty calories, and the result is often an expanding waistline. And it’s not just a … Continue reading How to Drink Moderately Without Gaining Weight →

More than 40,000 people die each year from chronic liver disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. … Continue reading How Does Alcohol Damage the Liver? →

Your relationship isn’t the same anymore. It may have happened quickly or slowly over time. Either way, the result is … Continue reading How to Live with an Alcoholic Spouse →

  Think about the last time you ate an Oreo or your favorite brand of chips. If you were trying … Continue reading How Brands are Marketing Alcohol Today →