Archive: Addictions

Statistics from the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) revealed that 29.5 million people from 12 years old and up had alcohol use disorder in the past year. However, data from the same study showed that only 2.2 million people from this group received treatment in the past year. Common barriers to receiving treatment for alcohol ... Read more

Alcohol addiction is a chronic, progressive disease that infiltrates every aspect of one’s life, hijacking rational thought and undermining values. Lies are used to cover up overindulgence, relationships suffer from unreliability, and mood swings become unpredictable and often violent. Understanding alcoholic behavior and recognizing its signs is important for people concerned about their own or ... Read more

When an alcoholic stops drinking, they experience a period of withdrawal symptoms followed by gradual improvement of sleep patterns, blood pressure, physical energy, and an overall sense of health improvement. The severity of withdrawal symptoms depends on the duration and method used to reach sobriety. Typically, gradual withdrawal is recommended to minimize the possibility of ... Read more

Alcohol addiction is a daily struggle for many people who didn’t realize it was happening to them. Social drinking can slowly become a daily habit that devolves into an uncontrollable need. Days then start to revolve around drinking, responsibilities fall away, health deteriorates, and loved ones feel helpless. Overcoming alcohol problems is challenging, but it’s ... Read more

Alcoholism can ruin your marriage and family. If the effects of alcohol abuse are too much, it’s acceptable to file a divorce to protect your mental health and children, if you have them. However, divorcing an alcoholic spouse is a tough decision. You need to consider yourself, your spouse, and the future of your family ... Read more

A person with alcohol addiction can quit cold turkey. However, it comes with risks, some of which may be life-threatening depending on their condition. Read ahead to learn why this might not be the best approach to quitting alcohol, the sometimes severe withdrawal symptoms it can cause, and what to do instead. What Is Alcohol ... Read more

Drinking alcohol is a common part of any festivities; where there are social events and family gatherings, you can always expect wine and beer consumption. That said, some states like to party more than others, and this is reflected in their alcohol sales. Here, we rank the most alcoholic states in the U.S. based on ... Read more

Buprenorphine and methadone are both FDA-approved medications used to treat opioid addiction. While they work in similar ways, there are some important differences you should be aware of before deciding which medication is best for your needs. In this article, we will compare both medications and cover: How each medication works to treat opioid addictions ... Read more

The liver is the body’s main poison control center, filtering toxic material, metabolizing it, and passing it on to the kidneys to excrete in urine. Since alcohol is considered a toxin, consuming large amounts of it can overwhelm the liver’s ability to safely get rid of its waste products. In some cases, liver tissue becomes ... Read more