Alcohol is a drug that is commonly known and used throughout the world. Alcohol was once an illegal drug, like heroin or cocaine. However, since the end of prohibition in 1933, it’s completely legal for people 21 years of age and older. Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, which means it slows down the…
Getting help for addiction to alcohol or drugs can be a daunting task. For many, the process includes taking a look at your own behavior and asking, “Am I actually an addict or alcoholic?” It turns out blacking out has much more to do with drinking a large amount of alcohol on an empty stomach.…
Alcohol plays an oversized role in the lives of many families. Planning for birthdays and holidays or other social events seems always to include adult beverages. For some people, drinking becomes more than just a social matter. It becomes a problem, and it may prompt you to wonder how to stop drinking through an alcohol…
Witnessing a loved one struggle from abuse of alcohol is one of the most painful experiences anyone can face. The problems that alcohol causes are easily spotted, yet your loved one persists. As a caring person, you probably wonder how to help an alcoholic through an alcohol addiction treatment program. Understand, first, that you can’t…
The start of the year brings about reflection for many people. You may be inspired to think about what happened to you over the past year and to consider the changes you’ve made in your life. As we creep towards the new year, you may also be looking for a resolution in recovery. If you…
New Year’s Resolution 2022 Every year we make a bunch of New Year’s resolutions to live a healthier life, whether it is being more compassionate with others, eating healthier, more exercise, or getting sober. The problem with the new year, new me resolutions is that they often start off strong, only to fail in the…
The holidays are often celebrated with the toasts and cheers of alcoholic drinks at family or office parties. This can be a challenging time for people who suffer from alcohol use disorder and substance addiction in Georgia and elsewhere. You, a family member, or a friend may be in their recovery process during this special…
You may have heard that quitting drinking abruptly is potentially deadly. Although death from alcohol withdrawal is uncommon, it is true that in cases of severe alcoholism, several complications can be life-threatening. Before I quit drinking in 2011, I was physically dependent on alcohol. Although physical alcohol addiction is not uncommon, many people with alcohol…
The Fourth of July is a celebration full of barbecues, fireworks, and, for many, alcohol. Beer, wine, and hard liquor are often part of the party. What should you do if you are detoxing from alcohol during this national holiday? Can you celebrate and still detox from alcohol? Or, do you need to go to…
While Cinco de Mayo officially represents a victory by the Mexican army over the French back in 1862, it’s more well-known among many as a drinking holiday. This holiday can be challenging to manage for people dealing with an alcohol dependency or alcohol use disorder. There’s always the potential for you to end up in…