Archive: Types of Addiction

Anyone who has experienced or knows someone who struggled with alcoholism wonders if they can partake in alcohol again. The short answer is that it depends. No foolproof research suggests a definite yes or no answer that fits everyone’s unique circumstances. Many experts, however, lean towards complete abstinence as the safest solution to ensuring success ... Read more

Staying sober as someone who struggles with alcohol addiction can be challenging. It’s a daily process, part of which requires you to recondition your mind with helpful positive reminders about why you quit drinking and how you can live a good life without alcohol. If you’re struggling with a drinking problem or you’ve already begun your ... Read more

Alcohol abuse and binge drinking have many giveaway signs. Some of them are mild and can serve as early warning signs, while others indicate chronic alcohol use and can be life-threatening. Keep in mind that this isn’t a method of diagnosing people with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). For that, the person in question has to ... Read more

We all enjoy the benefits of surfing the internet, but have you ever wondered if you spend too much time online? Internet addiction is a real thing, and it could be affecting you or someone you love. In this article, we’ll delve into what exactly internet addiction is and how it can manifest in a ... Read more

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