Articles in Home | Addictions | Alcohol Addiction Title|Newest|Oldest How Do You Know If Your Teenager Is Becoming An Alcoholic?  By : rehab today Alcoholism is not just a problem for adults. It has become a problem for teenagers as well. How will you know if your teenager is already on the brink of alcoholism? What signs should you look out for? When Alcohol Abuse Turns To Addiction  By : There are ongoing misconceptions about what level of drinking is considered abuse. Alcohol, being one of the most intoxicating and available legal drugs, has diluted general conceptions about where the line is drawn and how much is too much. Since alcohol is in so many social gathering places, its abuse cycle in most cultures usually starts as an occasional social drinking session that soon elevates. Some start out in college with binge drinking simply as something to do o... When You're No Longer An Anonymous Alcoholic, It's Time For AA Meetings Online  By : Nahshon Mediros Your secret is out when people don't serve you drinks or invite you to the pub anymore. It's nothing personal, but they worry you'll sink into a stupor for days. Their concern is understandable - you're no longer an anonymous alcoholic. What? Me, An Alcoholic? Alcoholics don't admit they're in a pickle. No, they don't have a problem and yes, they can quit anytime. These denials ride on their fear of being stigmatized. They may toy with the idea of getting help from the ... Moderate Drinkers Beware – You Too Could Be Flushing Vital Vitamin B1 Out Of Your Body  By : Steve P Smith Back in the 1930s, thiamine, also known as vitamin B1, was one of the first compounds to be isolated and recognised as a vitamin, that’s to say a compound essential to health which the body cannot manufacture for itself, and which must therefore be obtained from the diet. The functions of thiamine within the body are highly complex biochemically, but what’s important to know is that thiamine and its associated enzymes are essential for the body’s production of energy from ... Alcoholism In The Workplace  By : Alcohol misuse is a growing issue within the workplace. Alcoholism affects people in all social and economic situations, and its effects can be found in both white- and blue-collar jobs. Though the common stereotype is that alcoholics are homeless and unemployed, it has been estimated that around 75% of alcoholics are employed full-time. Some workplace studies suggest that alcohol has contributed, and may even have been the cause of, as much as 25% of all workplace acciden... Alcoholism Medical Treatment  By : Vivian Villalba Alcoholism medical treatment has expanded in recent years. New drugs have been found, through study and testing, that help people as they quit drinking. These medications are making it easier for people to become alcohol-free. Antabuse, or disulfiram, is the oldest alcoholism medical treatment. It causes people to have an intense reaction when they drink while on the medication. If you do this, you could experience vomiting, sweating, throbbing headaches, chest pain, low b... Drug And Alcohol Rehabilitation: The Facts  By : Drug rehab is a term that refers to psychotherapeutic and medical treatment for substance abuse, or a dependence on a harmful substance. These harmful substances include not only illegal street drugs like cocaine, heroine, or other amphetamines, but also prescription drugs and alcohol. Since the abuse of drugs and alcohol can have far-reaching consequences – social, physical, mental, legal, and financial – the main aim of drug and alcohol rehab is to break that dependency and... Alcohol Treatment Is A Consent And A Blessing  By : Wade Robins Alcohol abuse discerns no age or financially viable hurdles. People from all walks of life struggles with their addiction to alcohol that can ruin families and careers. Thanks to ground-breaking new treatment options for alcoholism more and more people are finding the strength to put down the drink and regain control over their lives. Most inhabitants take for granted that they know what alcoholism really is. They boast a figure in their back-head that almost automatically ap... You Must Replenish Your Body After A Night Out Alcohol Drinking  By : The benefits of relaxing your nerves and letting your hair down, sort of speak have been recognized since human kind started. After two drinks it takes a 120 minutes or so depending on the body type of the person for the body to convert alcohol and get rid of it. If a person drinks more than two drinks in an hour or two the body gets saturated quickly. When this occurs the alcohol act as a poison and the main damage is a mineral deficiency along with a vitamin deficiency. ... Get Rid From Trap Of Alcohol And Drugs  By : Wade Robins Alcohol and drug dependence is not a problem that is restricted to adults. Many youngsters find themselves addicted to alcohol and drugs. The pressure to fit in with others and the stress to be trendy among friends may play a significant role in drug and alcohol abuse among this population. Ultimately, many of these teens need to seek some sort of alcohol and drug treatment to deal with the problem. A noteworthy number of youngsters between the ages of twelve and twenty are a... Predisposition To Alcoholism: What's In Your Genes?  By : Bill Urell What causes alcoholism? Is it passed genetically through the family, or are there environmental factors that are more important? It is understood that the predisposition to alcoholism may be contributed by a number of factors including genetic makeup and social or environmental aspects. Moderate Drinkers Beware – You Too Could Be Flushing This Vital Nutrient Out Of Your Body  By : Steve Smith Achieving your intake of the Recommended Dietary Allowance for thiamine is not as easy as you might think – and may not be enough to avoid deficiency. Alcoholism Symptoms: 6 Common Signs Exposed!  By : Alcoholism refers to the constant use of alcohol. Alcoholism is a disease which grows gradually and leaves serious effects on the mind and body. The effects of alcoholism generally passes from one generation to other and sometimes even develop on account of constant abuse of alcohol. But at all times the effects of alcoholism are agonizing which can be cured if early treatment is received. Once you start noticing the symptoms, it is advisable to go for the treatment without l... What Recovering From Alcoholism Involves  By : Anyone wanting to recover from alcoholism needs to be aware of the treatment steps that full recovery involves: intervention, detoxification and rehabilitation. If you are an alcoholic and want to recover from the disease, then you will need to take these steps in order if you wish to get the right treatment to be able to fully recover. Make no mistake, you will not be able to travel the road to recovery alone. Your best chance of full recovery is to join a rehabilitation pro... The Benefits Of Alcohol Addiction Treatment Centers  By : When people are confronted with a problem with alcohol, denial and self control issues become a major part of the problem. People want to believe that they either do not have a serious problem or that they can control the problem on their own. The fact with alcohol addiction is that people have to recognize their problem and get help from people who are trained to deal with the issue. People who do these two things have the best success at fighting the problem of alcohol a... Alcohol Withdrawal Treatment: What Can Be Done To Ease The Pain Of Withdrawal  By : When an alcoholic tries to quit drinking, he can expect unpleasant withdrawal symptoms to go along with purging of the alcohol from the body. These symptoms can get really painful and a person experiencing it may have to undergo an alcohol withdrawal treatment. * What Is an Alcohol Withdrawal Treatment and Where Does One Get It? The person is likely to experience withdrawal symptoms during the first few days of depriving the body of alcohol. These symptoms are common si... Alcoholism Fact Sheet Revealed  By : “Just the facts ...” Such was the recurring statement of Sgt. Joe Friday on the iconic U.S. television program “Dragnet,” a phrase that actually has resonated in many other locations around the world. The truth is, the seeking of “just the facts” perhaps is never more important that when it comes to understanding alcoholism. This Alcoholism Fact Sheet has been prepared to assist you in coming to a better understanding of alcoholism. Alcoholism Fact #1: Alcohol and caffe... Alcohol Detox - What Does It Involve?  By : Chonticha Marijne - An alcoholic becomes dependent on alcohol and therefore craves it. As time passes by, the body of the alcoholic becomes more and more addicted to alcohol. Alcohol becomes difficult to resist as the body is so addicted that it starts to develop withdrawal symptoms within three to eight hours after the last drink. Alcohol detox includes taking medication to prevent these withdrawal symptoms once the patient stops drinking. There are certain signs of alcohol withdrawal that y... Alcoholism: The Basics, The Dangers, And Getting Help  By : Gabriel Adams According to the medical community, alcoholism is a disease and/or addiction to the consumption of alcohol, and an inability to recognize the disabling effects of excessive alcohol consumption. An individual suffering from alcoholism has a dependence on alcohol, and may suffer severe withdrawal symptoms whilst he or she is not intoxicated. Individuals may have a predisposition toward developing alcoholism through genetics, while others may simply develop the disease throu... Alcoholism Treatment Options  By : Heather Colman Medications The classical use of medications for alcoholism is to encourage abstinence. Antabuse (also known as disulfiram), for instance, prevents the elimination of chemicals which cause severe discomfort when alcohol is ingested, effectively preventing the alcoholic from drinking in significant amounts while they take the medicine. Heavy drinking while on antabuse can result in severe illness and death. Naltrexone has also been used because it helps curb cravings for... Alcohol Detox - Identifying The Problem Behind The Addiction  By : Chonticha Marijne - Alcoholism has spread like an epidemic everywhere around the globe. It is not only the young, but also the older people who are succumbing to alcohol addiction. It is often difficult to detect if a person is an alcoholic because they may have been drinking and yet doing all the work and activities that any "normal" person does. They are called functional alcoholics as they are very unaware of their problem, having always been able to perform all the day-to-day activities. ... Facts On Alcohol  By : Ed Philips Drinking can have quite a cost and the price tag involves more than money. Alcohol is an expensive proposition and abusing it makes the endeavor even more so. Let’s add up some of the costs of overusing alcohol. We’ll start with the monetary costs and move on to the emotional and relationship costs later in the article. It may start slowly and you won’t even notice that the alcohol you consume is affecting your budget. A drink here or there after work with friends or cowor... Effects Of Alcohol On The Body  By : Ed Philips There are a group of symptoms that may occur when a person suddenly stops drinking alcohol. These symptoms may take place after either chronic or prolonged ingestion of alcohol. While not everyone who stops drinking will experience withdrawal symptoms, most people who have been drinking heavily or for a long period of time will have some form of withdrawal symptoms. It is hard to predict which symptoms an individual will experience. If you have been drinking for years or i... Alcohol and Honesty  By : Margaret Paul Do you drink rather than speak up for yourself? Do you find yourself turning to alcohol when you feel invalidated, rather than speaking your truth to a friend or partner? Alcoholism: A Serious Problem – But Not Unbeatable!  By : Gabriel Adams Because of its legal availability and worldwide social acceptance, alcohol is an easy drug for users to abuse. Alcohol abuse, or alcoholism, is one of the most common and most costly drug addictions throughout the world. The majority of those who consume alcohol do so at least once a week, and, for most people, regular drinking on a social level does not create a dependency on the substance. There are, however, more than 17 million people in the US alone who do develop an ... Alcohol And Health Problems  By : Ed Philips Think alcohol is harmless? Think again. Now, let’s not get excited. Not all drinking is a problem. Consuming copious amounts of alcohol can indeed be dangerous. Combining alcohol with many drugs, prescription and over-the-counter, can be problematic. This practice can be dangerous, especially if combined with driving or the operation of heavy machinery. Any woman who may be pregnant or hopes to become pregnant will want to avoid the consumption of alcohol. Drinking w... Ways To Recognize Problem Drinking  By : Ed Philips There are ways to recognize people who have alcohol problems. If you are concerned about your drinking habits or those of someone close to you, here are a few ways to determine if alcohol is indeed a problem: If you are a woman who has more than seven drinks a week or more than three drinks at a party, bar or celebration, you may be drinking too much. The same is true for a man who has more than 14 drinks a week or more than four drinks at a party, bar or celebration. F... What You Should Know About Alcholic Drinks And How It Affects Your Weight Loss Program  By : Jed Baguio Party drinks such as alcoholic drinks and cocktails that are being offered to you contain an incredible number of calories. These drinks and this little phrase “I’ll just have a little…” can be an absolute killer for your weight loss plans during this holiday if you are not careful. And I’m not just talking about the food. These party drinks is the hidden danger and can do more harm than just getting you intoxicated and embarrassingly uninhibited. Did you know that ... Why Undergo An Alcohol Detox At Home?  By : Chonticha Marijne - There are some people who prefer to do alcohol detox at home, while there are others who prefer going to the rehab center to get the traditional treatment. There are some benefits of going to the rehab center, such as the fact that you will not be the only patient there and therefore will not feel left out. Seeing other people like you who are going through the same problems, you would be able to relate to them better and seek support from each other. Also, as there will not ... Fighting A Hangover  By : Mitamins Team The first step towards preserving your liver function should be taken before drinking. One should remember to begin your session with a good meal before drinking, and include plenty of complex carbohydrates to help combat hypoglyceamia later on. Make sure you balance the meal with some lean protein and vegetables to ensure you have good levels of minerals and antioxidants in circulation. At least this may appease you liver before the onslaught begins. Alcohol is by nature ... How Alcohol Makes You Fat, Ugly, Impotent, and Destroys Muscle  By : Alan Quan Zeus juice, do it fluid, liquid panty remover. Despite the manly and funny names we assign to alcohol; the truth is that alcohol will actually make you less of a man, if you drink it excessively. Symptoms Of Alcoholism And Signs Of Alcohol Abuse  By : Ron Keegan The differance between heavy drinking and alcoholism is based not on the amount that is being drunk but on the way, the drinking is affecting the life of the drinker. There are Seven Key Signs of Alcohol Dependence 1) The person develops a tolerance for alcohol. This means that it takes more and more alcohol to feel the same level of intoxication. 2) The person has withdrawal symptoms. This means that they feel sick when there is no alcohol in their body. These sympt... Alcoholism, When Is The Border Breached  By : Ethan Armitage Alcoholics use to hide their liquor in many places out of the other's reach, to prevent their problem to be discovered. Such a place is the toilet tank. If the suspicion of drugs or alcohol presence in one's home exists, they should be searched for exactly in the most unexpected places. Fluctuating behavior, lack of attention at job or school, neglecting the activities that person used to enjoy, new suspect entourage, depression, confusion and secrecy, suggest a possible a... Problems Associated With Alcohol Abuse And Addiction  By : Ed Philips There are approximately 10 million alcoholics in the United States. On top of this staggering figure you can also add 20 million alcohol abusers. Most of these alcohol abusers are teens and college students. Figures show that 2 out of 3 adults use alcohol. It has been determined that over half of all suicides, accidental deaths and homicides are related to alcohol. More than 10,000 young people were killed and 40,000 more are injured annually in accidents that involve drin... Things You Should Know About Alcohol Detox  By : Chonticha Marijne - First off, when attempting to get off alcohol or drugs, be advised that medical personnel should always monitor any kind of detoxification in order to provide prompt and educated aid to those striving to rid their bodies of the effects of chronic alcohol and drug abuse. An alcohol detox program is only the first of many steps that alcoholics will take on the long road to recovery. Withdrawal is the first process that an alcoholic must take to begin the cleansing process th... Advice For Those Who Live With Alcoholics: Part Two  By : David Peters Living with an alcoholic is difficult at best but there are choices you can make and steps you can take to improve the situation. None of these choices or steps will be easy and you may find yourself thinking that it is easier to just leave things the way they are. If this is what you decide you need to know that nothing will improve and your partner is unlikely to stop drinking on his/her own. Step One: Realize that playing the “savior” is not helping anyone. You have tri... Possible Alcoholism Gene Under Observation  By : Ethan Armitage We are talking about alcohol abuse when a person turns an occasional drink into a habit, disregarding the frequency and the quantity. This seriously damages professional life and relationships or provokes problems with the law. Alcohol abuse is the first step to addiction. It is different for different persons, because every organism has its own ways to assimilate and deal with alcohol. The same quantity that does nothing to a person may represent abuse for another - 30% of t... Advice For Those Who Live With Alcoholics  By : Ed Philips Many people choose to stay in relationships with alcoholics. It is like living in a love triangle. There is you, the alcoholic and the addiction. You will feel that you really are part of a love triangle. His/her addiction takes money, time and attention away from you and from any family you may have. You may think of an alcoholic as a person who stumbles around the street, drunk, with a bottle in one hand and money for the next bottle in the other hand. This is not oft... Effects Of Using Vivitrol On Alcoholism  By : Ethan Armitage Unless a person suspects himself/herself to be an alcoholic - case in which a visit to the doctor is absolutely necessary - any day may serve as a start to giving up alcohol. The specialists are qualified to give treatment that provides assistance in the battle against alcoholism. There are persons that managed to say no to alcohol on their own, but for others, support from a group or medical staff is required. There is a series of medicines, which help a person to maintain s... The Top Ten Habits Of The Healthiest Drinkers  By : Eileen Gravelle Next time you find yourself groaning and saying "never again" - stop for a while to consider the harmful effects of alcohol on your body. There is a good and a bad way to drink alcohol and many of us take the low road every time! So why not kick-start your fitness makeover by following our top ten tips for "healthier" alcohol consumption? 1. Drink in the evening. Every time you take a sip of wine your body reacts as if it's being poisoned. Which of course it is. A group... Alcoholism Requires Recognition And Treatment  By : David Snape - He was only about fifty-eight years old when he died. My former boss was an alcoholic. In fact, I doubt he could function without a drink. He was in the restaurant business and he could be seen mixing it up with patrons always obviously drunk. Yet, he was a highly 'functional' alcoholic. He made a flaming dessert drink for the customers. Alcoholism hurts people, it damages lives and the addiction is a leech that controls and dominates the person it is attached to. Alcohol ... Vitamin B5 Deficiency, Alcoholism And Depression  By : Nick Bell Given the frequency and popularity of alcohol consumption around the world and the fact that alcohol depletes vitamin B5, deficiency of the vitamin may be a lot more common than we thought. In this article, SKinB5 takes a look at the correlation between alcohol consumption, vitamin B5 deficiency and depression. Symptoms of vitamin B5 deficiency are fatigue, chronic stress, and depression. Vitamin B5 is needed for hormone formation and the uptake of amino acids and the bra... Acupuncture And Fertility - An Alternative Treatment  By : Brian Winkels An alternative to "so-called" modern methods for the treatment of fertility is an ancient method of healing - acupuncture. Of course, it's not a catch-all for couples that have been having problems having a baby. For example: Acupuncture treatment for couples with structural issues (i.e. blocked sperm or duct damaged fallopian tubes) are less likely to have success than couples with issues like inconsistent ovulation. Working Principle of Acupuncture The interrelationsh... Alcohol And The Effects It Has On Your Brain  By : Ed Philips Alcohol affects the brain centres, but the more alcohol you have the more parts in your brain are effected. Alcohol affects the brain in a set order, starting with: Cerebral Cortex The Limbic System Cerebellum Hypothalamus Medulla 1 – Cerebral Cortex This is the largest piece of your brain. This is where all the processing is done, it also controls most of the muscle movements. Alcohol affects these parts in the following ways: Your pain is numbed if you hurt y... 6 Important Alcohol Questions You Should Ask Yourself.  By : Ed Philips 1 – Alcohol do we really need it? People use substances such as alcohol they like the way it makes them feel. Pleasure is an all consuming force. All drugs that are addicting, including alcohol, can activate and affect the brain’s pleasure circuitry. Our brains are wired in such a way that if we do come thing that gives us pleasure we tend to want do it again. 2 – Alcohol addiction how do I know if I've got one? This is a disease that affects your brain. It also affe... If Alcoholism Is A Problem You Can Stop Drinking  By : Ed Philips Many people do not understand the facts about alcoholism. Knowing the facts may lead to a person being ready to stop drinking. What is alcoholism? When is it time to consider the choice to stop drinking? Once you have the answers to these questions it may be easier to understand the problem and deal with it in a positive way. There are all kinds of people who enjoy a drink from time to time with friends or in social settings. People sometimes drink at weddings, parti... Problems Associated With Drinking  By : Ed Philips Many people take an occasional drink with no problems. Some people drink moderately and appear to have no repercussions. There are times, however, when drinking can be risky business. Health problems can develop and relationships can suffer as well as careers. If you are concerned about any of these scenarios you may want to stop drinking. Read on and find out about some of the problems associated with drinking, even moderately. Did you know that you don’t need to drink... The War On College Alcohol Abuse  By : Denny Soinski What causes college students to abuse alcohol? The answers are probably many, but the simplest answer is this: Because they can. Abusing Alcohol is Easy When there are so few immediate consequences for excessive drinking, when repeat offenders are not disciplined, when parents are not notified about their children's drinking activities, when students get mixed messages from the college administration about alcohol, when students have seen their parents drinking alcohol... Bad Health Effects Of Alcohol: Worth Avoiding  By : Gabriel Adams Most of us have engaged in drinking alcohol at some point. It may have been to satisfy our curiosity, out of peer pressure, our 21st birthday bash, or just as part of a celebration. Alcohol can help us relax and enjoy what is taking place. There are those who consume alcohol in excess and too often. The result is it takes a toll on their life and their health. The most commonly talked about effect of alcohol is on the liver. It can lead to serious health problems as the li... Is There A Difference Between Alcoholism And Alcohol Abuse?  By : Ed Philips Is there a difference between alcoholism and alcohol abuse? If so, what are the differences and is alcohol abuse a serious problem? Does alcohol abuse mean that a person needs to stop drinking? There is a difference between alcoholism and alcohol abuse. When a person is dealing with alcoholism the craving factor is involved. There is a physical dependence on alcohol for the alcoholic and also a loss of control over the drinking itself. Alcohol abuse is different bec... Stop Drinking And Get Help  By : Ed Philips When a person has made the decision to stop drinking there are many places to find the help that is needed. Some people decide to stop drinking on their own. This is a choice that can work well but many people need the assistance of a doctor, treatment program, or support group. The first step is to accept the fact that there is a problem and that alcohol is affecting your life in ways that are not good. It may be that you have been arrested for drinking and drivi... Alcohol Poisoning The Problems With Drinking  By : Ed Philips One of the problems with excessive drinking is the possibility of alcohol poisoning. While there are people who think that a high school or college student who is stumbling around in a drunken stupor is funny, it may be a serious problem. Alcohol poisoning can be deadly. There are many dangers that exist concerning alcohol poisoning. Tragedies happen because people do not know what to do in these situations or even the signs to look for. Some people think that a ... Why Do I Have Alcohol Cravings?  By : Diana Walker Craving alcohol is a complicated process that involves several different factors. We are usually first introduced to alcohol at a young age (in our teens). Since no-one under the age of 21 (in the US) is allowed to purchase alcohol, it becomes “cool” and desirable for young adults under 21 to give drinking a try. Later on people grab a bottle of booze to feel better, gain more confidence in a social setting or to forget about their problems. Since the alcohol makes the... The Negative Effects Of Drinking Too Much Alcohol  By : Gabriel Adams Many people drink alcoholic beverages at parties, bars, and sometimes at home to wind down after a long day of work. Alcohol in moderation can be fun and allow you to relax after a long day or week of work. However alcohol is also considered to be a “downer” type of drug, so you should not drink it if you are depressed. Drinking while you are depressed will usually just make you feel more depressed. You should only drink alcohol to have a good time or relax, but you shoul... Why Your Body Wants You To Stop Drinking  By : Ed Philips Your general health and quality of life will be improved if you stop drinking. In addition, those who live with you and care about you will see an improved quality of life if you stop drinking alcohol. Alcohol abuse or dependence has a number of serious health problems that can be reduced by discontinuing your bad habits. It also decreases your risk of getting into an alcohol related accident that can injure yourself or others around you. Relationships with parents, children ... Effective Home Remedies For Curing Alcoholism  By : Ashish Jain Alcoholism is a kind of disorder in which a person finds it difficult to refrain from excessive and frequent alcohol consumption. It is a chronic disorder. It not only demeans a person's personal, social and professional life, but turn them into a big curse for the society as well. People who are high on alcohol are very easy to notice. They have bloodshot eyes and a high pulse rate. Due to alcohol's side effects, they become very emotional and irritable. Apart from these ... How To Encourage A Friend To Stop Drinking  By : Ed Philips It is hard to tell if a friend is having trouble with drinking. Most of the time people aren't comfortable walking up to a close friend and asking them for help with such a problem. Many times friends will do everything they can to deny or hide their drinking problem. However, you should make sure you stay alert to the signs so that you can help your friend even if they don't ask for it openly. Many times your friend will be okay to hang around with until they drink too... Alcohol Treatment - Get Rid Of Alcohol Addiction Problems.  By : John Wellington Alcoholism is not a problem that is exclusive to adults. Many teenagers find themselves addicted to alcohol even though the legal drinking age is twenty one. The pressure to fit in with others and the pressure to be popular among peers may play a significant role in drug and alcohol ill treatment among this population. Eventually, many of these youth need to seek some sort of alcohol treatment to deal with the problem. A significant number of adolescents between the ages o... How Does Alcohol Affect The Body's Organs?  By : Yvonne Volante Alcoholism can be a deadly disease. In this article we explore some effects that alcohol can have on the body's organs. For some great resources and articles about how vitamin therapy can help, be sure to visit www.fluidvitamin.com. ACTION OF ALCOHOL ON THE STOMACH The action of alcoholic beverages on the stomach is so extremely risky that it becomes unable to bring forth the natural digestive liquid in sufficient aggregate and also fails to absorb the food which it may... Prevention Is Better Than Cure  By : Keith Kingston Everyone knows that a hangover is one of life's most depressing and demoralizing experiences. You feel weak in your muscles and bones, you reject the offers of food or drink, and you badly want to phone the boss and tell him to get lost. It's uncomfortable, and it leaves you feeling terrible as you wish it away as quickly as possible. "Why me?", you mumble from your sick bed. "I'm never drinking alcohol again". Well folks, as your grandma would always say prevention is bet... What To Do When A Loved One Needs Drug Or Alcohol Rehab  By : Abhilash Patel Sometimes life gives us a tremendous challenge, one so big we need help to confront and overcome it. Having a loved one who is suffering from an alcohol or substance abuse problem is just such a challenge. Fortunately, it is not one any of us must face alone. Holistic approaches used in alcohol rehab and substance abuse treatment have proven highly effective; they seek to treat the entire person, addressing the body, mind and spirit. When something is viewed holistically, the... Alcohol And Drug Treatment: Do You Know Someone Struggling With Addiction?  By : John Wellington Do you like an occasional beer, or maybe a sip of wine? Alcohol consumption in moderation is not a problem per se. We all love to unwind with a fine wine or frosty brew. However, too many individuals take this leisurely habit to a whole new level. How much alcohol is too much? Well, if you don't know, then you might want to do a reality check. Don't make the mistake of becoming too easy-going with your social life. Too many college kids do this with drinking and partying a... Dealing With Alcoholism In Yourself Or Someone You Love  By : D Fraser It might be you, a loved one, or a friend dealing with the problem. No matter who it is alcoholism could very well be one of the most difficult issues you'll face over the course of your life. Similar to taking drugs or smoking alcoholism becomes a very big burden to carry around with you. Knowing it can lead to great disaster and even death of the person it directly effects. When ever you find yourself dealing with alcoholism you should prepare yourself for the worst, but ho... Finding The Right Alcohol And Drug Treatment  By : Bill Johnson Many people obviously like the odd glass of beer, or perhaps a sip of their favorite wine, but these are the folks that believe in moderation where alcoholic beverages are concerned. Lots of people in contrast have taken their passion for beer to an utopian level. The question purists are asking is how many glass of beer is too much? A quick survey will reveal the startling fact that many people, especially college students socialize by drinking and partying, and alarmingl... Selecting The Right Alcohol & Drug Rehab Facility  By : Matt Shupe When you are searching for an alcohol and drug rehab program, it is important that you select a facility that will best suit the needs of the person in need of treatment. Whether it’s you, a family member or friend, the most important part of the selection process is ensuring that the facility will be able to offer not only a quality treatment program, but also a professional counseling and support system throughout the entire rehabilitation process. One of the best ways t... Finding An Effective Alcoholism Cure  By : Michele Oberton Alcoholism is a serious illness that is treatable, but the first step toward an alcoholism cure is to realize there is a problem. If you drink because you feel sad or angry, if it causes you to be late for work or not show up at all, if your family worries about your drinking habit or if you ever tell yourself that you won’t drink and then do it anyway, you may be suffering from alcoholism. The second step to a successful alcoholism cure is to visit a doctor to determine w... Hangovers and How to Deal With Them,  By : Partybody A health related article that explains hangovers and how to help prevent and cure them. How Drug And Alcohol Testing Are Carried Out On Drivers  By : Kathryn Whittaker Drug and alcohol tests vary –testing is required for most driver’s license applicants and before a driver’s license renewal. Nevertheless, it depends on the state a driver resides in really. Some states have passed laws that empower the police to randomly test drivers for the presence of cannabis (tetrahydrocannabinol), commonly known as marijuana, and methamphetamines, commonly known as speed ice or crystal meth. Even a driver’s saliva can be tested with an “absorbent col... How Does Alcohol Affect Exercise?  By : It's finally Friday and you just got off work. Now you're thinking about going out later and having a few drinks with your friends and relaxing. After all, you worked hard all week and you certainly deserve a little enjoyment and fun now that the weekend's here so there's nothing wrong with going out and having a few drinks with your friends, right? Anyway, like always, tomorrow is a workout day and since you exercise regularly and take care of yourself a little alcohol wo... Fetal Alcohol Syndrome - Don't Risk Your Unborn Child  By : Anne Wolski When the pregnant woman drinks alcohol, it enters the bloodstream and reduces the ability of the blood in the placenta to provide adequate oxygen to the growing fetus. The infant is born suffering from the same problems as an alcoholic and is therefore subject to withdrawal symptoms from the moment he or she is born. The basics about alcohol.  By : Craig Dawber Alcohol has had its ups and downs throughout history. Most people look at it as a casual way to relax and have a good time. For others it is a serious drug that has impacted their life in a bad way. Alcohol can be good or bad depending on how you use it. There are many effects, both short term and long term, that come with using alcohol Hangover - Too Sozzled To React  By : Sharon Hopkins Drinking for many is a social activity which many people love to do. Even though it may not be healthy, drinking in small quantities would not cause much harm. The problem starts when there is excessive drinking. You may enjoy being drunk and may not realize things that is happening around you. The next morning is the time you realize it’s after effects which is known as a hangover and can be one of the sore mornings which you would not like to remember. We should always b... Alcoholism Signs And Symptoms You Should Know  By : Olinda Rola Alcoholism signs and symptoms are clues that alcohol may be a problem. If left untreated, alcoholism signs and symptoms and alcoholism can affect the quality of life of the person as well as those around them. Alcoholism is a disease where alcohol consumption (beer, wine, or hard liquor) is at a level that interferes with the person's physical and mental health, and negatively impacts family, social or work responsibilities. Alcoholism symptoms can be recognized relatively... Alcoholism Stages - 3 Stages Of Alcoholism You Should Know  By : Olinda Rola Alcoholism stages can be categorized into three stages of alcoholism - early stage, middle stage and end stage alcoholism or late stage alcoholism. Alcoholism stages generally take years to develop. Alcoholism is a disease where alcoholic beverage consumption is at a level that interferes with physical or mental health, and negatively impacts social, family or occupational responsibilities. Consuming no more than one or two drinks per day for healthy men and a drink a day ... Alcohol Abuse Effects - 5 Physical Effects Of Alcohol Abuse  By : Olinda Rola Alcohol abuse effects can be far-reaching and devastating. The effects of alcohol abuse not only have consequences for the drinker but those around her or him as well. Alcohol abuse effects can be both psychological and physical. Alcohol consumption causes changes in behavior. The physical effects of alcohol abuse can be experienced with as little as one or two drinks. Impaired judgment and coordination needed to operate a car safely may result in the drinker having an accide...

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