There are many misconceptions about addiction. In some cases, someone may joke that they have an addiction to something when, especially to those who are suffering from addiction, it is not a laughing matter. Although you can indeed experience addiction to many things other than illegal drugs, addiction is not merely defined by an affinity…
When people become dependent on alcohol in order to make it through their daily lives, the end results can be tragic. People lose their jobs, homes, loved ones and, in the worst of situations, their lives. Of course, alcohol dependency doesn’t have to lead to such devastation. When people get sick and tired of the…
Around 15 million people struggle with an alcohol use disorder, which makes it the most common addiction in the US. It also means you’re more likely to have an alcoholic family member. Watching a loved one struggle with addiction takes a terrible toll. It also leaves you wondering how to help an alcoholic family member.…
If you’ve recently lost your job, broken up with your significant other, or lost a loved one, you may be tempted to drown your sorrows with alcohol. While this may seem like a good idea, you should be careful that it doesn’t become a regular thing. If you’ve begun needing a drink every time you’re…
It is not uncommon for alcoholism to be referred to as a family disease. It also is not uncommon to wonder why that is the case. The main reason is that when someone is an alcoholic, it affects everyone else in the family. That means the person suffering from alcoholism is not the only one…
Many people struggling to overcome alcohol addiction often wonder – how long does it take to detox? While an alcohol detox program may typically only take a few days, full treatment may require weeks or months for the best outcome. Detox is the process of ridding your body of the substance while managing the symptoms…
Men and women of all ages use alcohol. Because the heavy consumption of alcohol is so prevalent, it may be difficult to identify an addiction. Additionally, many people develop an addiction because of their genetics. Although you might think alcohol is only causing life struggle, it also affects you cognitively. Therefore, if you’re concerned about…
Alcohol Addiction and Withdrawal June 1, 2020 | Lakeview Health Staff | Alcohol & Drug Detox, Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism, Drug Information About 18 million Americans abuse alcohol and approximately 70 million more have dealt with alcohol addiction in their families. Choosing the right alcohol rehab to start your new life free from alcohol can…
Are you married to a man who drinks too much? Do you feel torn between wanting to help him and wanting to leave him because of the damage that his addiction has done to your relationship? If so, you should know you are not alone in your struggle. There are millions of women living in…
One in eight adults in the U.S. abuses alcohol, according to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). With a number like that, you might feel like people that you know are struggling with alcohol addiction. This high number can be scary for a lot of people. That makes knowing when to seek alcohol…