Overcoming alcohol abuse can be overwhelming, but with the right help you can find trustworthy, professional support and true relief. The struggle with alcohol abuse is one of the hardest struggles a person and his or her loved ones will face. Ensuring that you or a loved one is getting the right kind of support on this tough but rewarding journey is a key to success. Admitting There Is A
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Dealing with alcohol abuse effects can be devastating for friends and family. Like other forms of addiction, alcohol abuse can take over a person’s life. The effects of their drinking can spread to other areas of their lives, damage their relationships and put lives at risk. Understanding the effects of alcohol abuse can help you bring the facts to someone that you love and prompt them to get the help
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Let’s discuss what causes a relpase Overcoming drug or alcohol addiction is a long process with many steps. After stopping substance abuse or drinking alcohol, going through withdrawal and completing an addiction recovery program, you or an addict you know will need to fight against relapse. Understanding relapse and knowing how to prevent it is an essential part of addiction recovery. The Three Stages of Addiction Recovery Relapse Relapse isn’t
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For Baby Boomers, aging doesn’t just mean early bird dinners and retirement funds. It might also mean drug abuse. In a recent survey released by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), admissions for substance abuse programs increased in the years between 2002 and 2007 for Baby Boomers, and presently show no sign of stopping. Boomers – who are typically aged between 48 and 66 (as of 2012),
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When drug abuse takes over a friend or family member’s life, it can be difficult to deal with…to say the least. The person that you thought you knew is suddenly replaced with someone who is distant, unstable and destructive. You want to help, but aren’t sure how. Coming to a decision about your friend or family member’s care can be hard to make in the moment. There are so many
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A study from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) showed some surprising statistics about baby boomers and drug abuse. The Baby Boomer age group, which ranges in age from 66 down to 48 (as of 2012), showed an increase in drug use and drug abuse in the years between 2002 and 2007. The study covered admissions data provided by the SAMHSA, which is part of the U.S.
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The decision to seek treatment for drug or alcohol abuse is not one taken lightly by most people. And the changes required to stay with a life of recovery require, among other things, a relapse prevention plan. Many addicts and their families want to know: What happens after treatment, once you have committed to making your recovery process work? Significant lifestyle changes are usually not easy to maintain. Sticking to
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  Alcohol is a part of many social interactions, and alcoholics in recovery and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) need a good level of social support. TIME.com senior writer, John Cloud states, “…drinkers are less likely to die than people who don’t drink…One important reason is that alcohol lubricates so many social interactions, and social interactions are vital for maintaining mental and physical health.” Social connection is an essential to humans. We
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