How an Outpatient Alcohol Detox Works
How Does an Outpatient Alcohol Detox Work? There was a time when hospitalization was a requirement for a heavy drinker who had finally decided to stop. Today, persons with an AUD have additional options. In the following sections, you’ll learn...
What Does it Mean to be a High-Functioning Alcoholic?
The High-Functioning Alcoholic Not everyone with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) – sometimes called alcoholism – is aware they have a problem. Sometimes, they are able to lead prosperous lives, have families and maintain successful careers, all while fighting alcohol addiction....
The Early Signs of Alcoholism
What to Look For: Early Signs of Alcoholism Sometimes life just doesn’t turn out how we like. We fail. We don’t get started early enough. We missed a deadline. We let somebody down. Stuff happens. But everybody deserves to...
What Are The Signs of Alcohol Poisoning?
Parties, celebrations and holidays are occasions that often may include drinking. Drinking in moderation may cause little risk for a person not predisposed to an alcohol use disorder. However, binge drinking comes with a great deal of risk for not...
Can You Die From Alcohol Withdrawal?
The consequences of alcohol withdrawal can be quite severe. Alcohol is among a group of a few substances that can actually have fatal withdrawal symptoms. The others are tranquilizer-like medications. Benzodiazepines such as Xanax and Klonopin and barbiturates such as...
What is a Co-Occuring Disorder and How is it Related to Addiction?
Mental health issues can run hand-in-hand with the disease of addiction. A co-occurring disorder refers to individuals who are struggling with substance abuse and a mental health condition simultaneously.
What is a Co Occurring Disorder and How Do You Treat Them?
Mental health issues can run hand-in-hand with the disease of addiction. A co-occurring disorder refers to individuals who are struggling with substance abuse and a mental health condition simultaneously.
Alcoholism and Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis is a serious, and in many cases fatal, disease that is directly linked to alcohol addiction. Pancreatitis is an inflammation and swelling of the pancreas that causes severe abdominal pain and inhibits the pancreas’ ability to function. The pancreas...