Excessive alcohol intake is linked to a higher risk of numerous diseases and health conditions. In order to avoid these risks, people are advised to keep the alcohol consumption moderate, but that isn’t entirely safe either. The most recent study showed that even...
Even though alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a worldwide problem and one of the most prevalent forms of substance use disorder (SUD), it’s still largely misunderstood. Probably the biggest misconception about alcoholism is that it affects everyone the same way....
Excessive drinking is responsible for more than 4300 deaths among youth in the US. Even though alcohol consumption is legal for persons under the age of 21, about 11% of all alcohol consumed in the US accounts for young people between 12 and 20 years of age. What’s...
Share With Drug abuse is common in people of all ages, especially among college students. Substance abuse at a young age increases the risk of addiction and all the complications it causes. For that reason, it’s important to shed more light on drug abuse during...
For many people, it’s difficult, almost impossible, to socialize without having a few drinks. The decision to stop drinking is often perceived as the end of social life. It doesn’t have to be, though. You can stop drinking without losing your friends or...
When a person going through addiction decides to get help from an addiction rehab center, they are ready to let go of their old habits and quit substance abuse. Sometimes individuals get nervous about rehab centers because they do not know what to expect when they get...
Addiction is defined as a complex condition indicated by compulsive substance use despite harmful consequences. These consequences are truly numerous such as job loss, physical health problems, worsening mental health, legal troubles, financial difficulties,...
Share With Many individuals consume alcohol casually as a way to relax. However, some people consume alcohol excessively. Generally, two drinks of alcohol a day are moderate for adult males and one drink for females and seniors. Nevertheless, drinking casually also...
Do you know mental wellness is also essential when recovering from addiction? In order to get and stay sober, you need to be mentally healthy and emotionally strong. This means dealing with the root causes of your addiction, managing stress levels, and cultivating a...