Despite alcohol being legal and the fact that most people consume it from time to time, consuming too much can have major consequences. Alcohol use disorder (AUD), more colloquially called "alcoholism," is defined by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) as an impaired ability to control ... Read More
Help for Alcoholism
Alcoholism is the most common form of substance abuse, yet it’s a danger is often undercut by its legality and common usage in culture. Upwards of 70% of those who seek treatment for their alcoholism experience some form of withdrawal, making it difficult to face on your own. The articles found here focus on the many aspects of alcoholism including denial, identifying characteristics of alcoholism and staying sober once you’ve had your last drink.
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Consequences of Alcoholism: Damaged Relationships
Consequences of Alcoholism: Loss of a Job
Consequences of Alcoholism: Loss of Your License
Consequences of Alcoholism: Damaged Relationships
The effects of alcohol use disorder (AUD) are far from limited to the person with the drinking problem. Their close loved ones are often directly impacted by the consequences of the addiction, and the damage that AUD leaves behind can make maintaining healthy relationships difficult or impossible. However, with ... Read More
Consequences of Alcoholism: Loss of a Job
Alcohol use disorder (AUD), sometimes referred to as alcoholism or alcohol abuse, can affect virtually every part of someone's life. In the U.S. alone, 28.9 million people aged 12 and older struggled with AUD in 2023, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). If you struggle with AUD, you ... Read More
Why People Drink and the Effects They’re Chasing
In the United States, nearly 70 percent of people reported drinking alcohol in the past year, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) has reported. This widespread use isn't a new phenomenon — alcohol has played a significant role in society since ancient civilizations. For 10,000 years, this ... Read More
Parenting with an Alcohol Use Disorder
For many, parenting is one of life's most profound joys and sources of fulfillment, filled with love and deep connection. However, for those living with alcohol use disorder, these joys can be overshadowed by the challenges of managing an addiction. It's difficult to balance the role of nurturing and raising children ... Read More
Defining Alcohol Use Disorder (DSM)
For many people, alcohol plays a significant role in their social life and leisure time. Whether it's going to happy hour with colleagues, cocktails for date night or a glass or two of wine in the evening to unwind, many people associate alcohol with fun and relaxation. While an occasional drink isn't likely to cause ... Read More
Ibuprofen and Alcohol: What You Need to Know About the Dangerous Side Effects
Ibuprofen and Its Effect on the Body Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that serves as a popular, over-the-counter, non-addictive alternative to opioid painkillers. It's commonly used to relieve pain, including muscle pain, minor injuries, headaches, toothaches, fever, and in higher doses, ... Read More
Rehab After a DUI: Some Things to Consider
Driving under the influence is a big problem in the United States. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's National Centers for Statistics and Analysis found that alcohol-impaired driving caused 13,524 deaths in 2022. This equates to one person dying every 39 minutes. Alcohol-related crashes are also ... Read More
