Brain Function Altered by Underage Drinking
Doing some partying and binge drinking while you’re young doesn’t do much harm, right? In fact, the side effects of excessive and underage drinking can become severe. According to a…
These Are The Alcohol Detox Side Effects
Detoxing from alcohol isn’t something you should do alone at home. Because of the possibility of severe alcohol detox side effects, it’s safer to do it at a facility. What…
Outpatient vs Inpatient Alcohol Detoxification
You’re ready to quit drinking. You know that you need help dealing with the withdrawal symptoms. Now, you’re wondering about the outpatient vs. inpatient alcohol detoxification options. Which one’s right…
What’s the Problem with Drinking and Driving?
Without a doubt, alcoholism can ruin the lives of problem drinkers. Unfortunately, it also can deliver several forms of collateral damage. While the family is always a major concern, collateral…
How to Manage Alcohol Cravings
Quitting drugs and living a sober life is an important goal for people who struggle with addiction. However, some factors can make it difficult to stop using substances. One of…
How to Get Help for Alcoholics
About 18 million Americans need specialized help for alcoholics. But only a small fraction of them ever get the help they need. This is unfortunate, as the right help opens…
Comparison of Librium vs Xanax
Addiction can take root from medications that your doctor prescribes. If you suffer from anxiety or panic attacks, your doctor might have prescribed medication. You might have considered the risks…
The Science of Addiction [Infographic]
All too often, people think of addiction as a choice or shortcoming. In reality, it is a medical issue. By looking at the science of addiction, it becomes clear that…
How to Get Sober from Alcohol
If your life is falling apart around you and you drink often, you may have an alcohol addiction. For most people, it’s a hard thing to admit that they can’t…
What Happens During Alcohol Detox?
It’s scary for people when they do something for the first time. With that said, a little bit of knowledge is usually all it takes to put a someone’s mind…