Let's address the uncomfortable topic of binge drinking - especially during the summer months when alcohol consumption tends to increase. Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, beach trips, vacations, and other summer activities often involve gatherings where alcohol flows...
As the calendar flips to a new year, many individuals embark on the journey of Dry January, a month-long commitment to abstain from alcohol. This annual tradition not only serves as a detoxifying reset but also provides an opportunity to reassess one's relationship...
As college students navigate the complexities of academic life, social interactions, and newfound independence, they may also encounter the temptations and pressures associated with substance use. Alcohol, opioids, and fentanyl are among the most commonly abused...
The 4th of July is a time for celebration, marked by fireworks, barbecues, and gatherings with family and friends. However, for those struggling with alcohol addiction, it can also be a period fraught with temptation and danger. This festive holiday often involves...
Recovery from alcohol addiction is not a one-time event but a lifelong journey. The process of recovering from addiction involves continuous effort, commitment, and the support of a robust network. This guide delves into the five key reasons why recovery is a lifelong...
Binge drinking is a concerning pattern of alcohol consumption that poses significant risks to both physical and mental health. As a sobriety counselor, it is crucial to shed light on what constitutes binge drinking and the detrimental effects it can have on...
Alcohol, often perceived as a social lubricant and a symbol of celebration, can exact a heavy toll on health and well-being. From the risk of addiction to the development of serious medical conditions like stomach cancer, the impacts of alcohol consumption are...
Alcohol is deeply ingrained in many cultures worldwide, often celebrated as a social lubricant and a symbol of festivity. However, behind the veneer of conviviality lies a darker reality: the profound impacts of alcohol consumption on health, including the risk of...
Parental addiction is a pervasive issue that often remains hidden behind closed doors, impacting families across all walks of life, including public figures like Patrick Mahomes' father, who faced a DUI charge. In this comprehensive blog post, we will delve into the...
The holiday season, with its festive spirit and family gatherings, might seem like the least opportune time to consider entering a rehabilitation program for substance abuse or addiction. Yet, counterintuitive as it may sound, this period could be the most beneficial...
In today's fast-paced world, stress and pressure can take a toll on individuals, leading some to turn to drugs as a coping mechanism. While drug addiction can affect people from all walks of life, certain professions are more susceptible to substance abuse due to the...
Benzos and Alcohol: A Risky Combination - Recognizing Signs and Seeking Help - In the complex world of substance use, the combination of benzodiazepines (benzos) and alcohol is a dangerous duo that can have severe consequences for one's health and well-being. As the...
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), some 88,000 people die from alcohol-related causes each year. And even more people succumb to preventable illnesses each year as alcohol has the potential to contribute to over 200 diseases,...
The transition to college marks a significant phase in a young adult's life and it's a time of exploration, growth, and new opportunities. However, it also brings challenges, including increased exposure to drugs and alcohol. Let's examine the impact of the...
As a leading rehab, recovery, and detox center, our primary mission is to provide compassionate support and guidance to individuals battling alcohol addiction. Engaging in open and understanding conversations is an essential aspect of helping our loved ones through...
Scottsdale Recovery Center® is dedicated to supporting individuals in their journey towards a life free from alcohol and drugs. In our efforts to help those seeking help for their addiction issues, we recognize the critical importance of Suicide Prevention Awareness...
Back to school is a stressful time for parents and college students alike. We all know the challenges college students face when returning to school, particularly concerning binge drinking, drug use, partying, and the associated risks. The transition to college can...
People often have a hard time determining if their drinking habits, or the drinking habits of their loved one or spouse, are "normal". What exactly is a social drinker versus an alcoholic? How do you know when it's time to get help? This article will help you...
Drug and alcohol addiction don't just shatter lives socially and mentally, they also have profound impacts on physical health, particularly heart health. One of the most severe cardiac complications associated with substance abuse is cardiac arrest, a medical...
Public health campaigns have long been a tool for combating societal issues, including drug use and addiction. Throughout the decades, various anti-drug ad campaigns have aimed to educate, prevent, and reduce drug use. Let's take a journey back in time and reflect on...
The biggest drinking day in the United States varies depending on the context and specific factors considered. However, there are a few days that are commonly associated with high alcohol consumption across the country. Here are three notable examples, including one...
Holiday Heart Syndrome is a term that was coined in the late 1970s to describe a condition characterized by abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) that occur in individuals who consume excessive amounts of alcohol, particularly during holiday periods. It was initially...
It’s almost time to celebrate all the prevention initiatives that take place all year long, each and every day, and the possibilities they open up with National Prevention Week! Created by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), to help...
Selma Blair started acting in the 1990s and has remained in the spotlight as a talented actress for over two decades. As glamorous as the entertainment industry may seem, Blair has shared many personal challenges while being in the public eye throughout the years....
Childhood trauma is a significant risk factor for developing addiction later in life. Trauma can have a lasting impact on a person's mental and emotional health, leading to a range of issues, including addiction. In this blog post, we will explore the connection...
Growing up with an alcoholic parent can have a significant impact on a child's life. Children of alcoholics often struggle with emotional, social, and behavioral issues that can affect their development and wellbeing. In this blog post, we will explore the effects of...
April is recognized as Alcohol Awareness Month in the United States. It is a public health awareness campaign sponsored by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) to increase awareness and understanding of alcoholism, its causes, effective...
Do you, or any of your loved ones suffer from the debilitating effects of alcoholism? It’s likely that this addiction to alcohol started during the formative college years. Drinking during college is a popular pastime, but sometimes the “fun” we think we’re having...
Alcohol blackouts are a common and serious risk associated with excessive drinking, particularly binge drinking. Blackouts occur when an individual drinks alcohol to the point where they experience memory loss or an inability to recall events that occurred while they...
Economic recession and unemployment have cut deep into the American economy as well as the global economy. Even worse, there is a correlation between drug addiction, unemployment, and recession. So when people are out of a job or struggling to put food on a table in a...
Alcoholism and Liver Damage - What are the First Signs of Liver Damage from Alcohol Use? Alcohol abuse can have serious and long-term effects on the liver. One of the most significant risks associated with heavy drinking is the development of liver disease, which can...
Dating someone new should be fun and exciting, but when the person is an Alcoholic, it can make dating a bit more difficult. You want to be sure that you aid the person in their effort to get and stay clean without making them think that you are judging them or are...
Alcohol injection, also known as intravenous (IV) alcohol, is a method of consuming alcohol by injecting it directly into the bloodstream. This method of alcohol consumption is extremely dangerous and can lead to severe health problems, including addiction, overdose,...
Each year, nearly 200,000 people pass away globally due to drug overdoses. That’s 200,000 likely-preventable deaths that could have been avoided with proper treatment. It is important to note, though, with any statement like that, that there will always be those who...
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism defines binge drinking as, “a pattern of drinking alcohol that brings blood alcohol concentration (BAC) to 0.08 percent - or 0.08 grams of alcohol per deciliter - or higher. For a typical adult, this pattern...
As Alcohol Awareness Month 2022 comes to an end, we thought we'd chat about some quick facts about the Unites States (of booze). Speaking of booze - it's no secret that drinking went up during the pandemic, but did you know? ... One billion (with a B) drinks per month...
As you probably know by now, April is National Alcohol Awareness Month! The month was established to bring awareness to alcohol addiction from it’s causes to treatments to help overcome it! It is a time of coming together to share about the road to recovery as well as...
Alcoholism is something that we often let slip under our radar in ourselves and our loved ones. It can be easy to miss someone’s problem with drinking, as the social consumption of alcohol is perfectly legal and very common. But alcoholism shouldn’t be taken lightly —...
You may have mental and physical issues whether you stop drinking alcohol, or severely limit the amount to which you drink. These symptoms and side-effects can simply be labeled alcohol withdrawal and symptoms may vary from mild to severe. Today, we’re going to take a...
Can alcohol technically be classified as a drug? Typically, when we think of drugs we think of illicit ones like cocaine, methamphetamine, or heroin. However, drugs don’t necessarily need to be illicit to fall into that category. Nicotine, cough syrup, and...
You hear it in movies, television shows, and even in real life, the phrase, “Let’s grab some drinks!” You’ve heard your friends, family, and co-workers say this before too. Though this activity can seem harmless to most, we never stop to think how frequent “casual”...
Long-term damage caused by heavy alcohol is no joke, it’s a serious issue that can happen to anyone who keeps their drinking habits left unchecked. Many health problems develop with chronic binge drinkers. Studies show that even a single episode of a binge drinking...
Addiction is a widespread disease that can destroy anybody’s life. Victims either recover or suffer fatal consequences depending on how severe the addiction is. Alcohol addiction is a kind of disease that can bring about other health issues that can endanger a...
No parent would want to see their child become an addict, but it’s sad to say that there are parents out there who are dealing with this kind of problem. What makes young people addicted to drugs and alcohol? If you are looking for answers, then this article can help...
The healing power of music can never be overstated. Music has been used in a variety of healing practices. Studies have shown that athletes will exercise more effectively when listening to their favorite music. And mothers are always encouraged to play music for...
Drugs and alcohol addiction have obvious and well-documented effects on substance abusers. Prolonged abuse of drugs and alcohol will worsen a person’s physical health, damage his/her mental functioning, and impair their overall spirit. But how will these unfavorable...
As crazy as the trend sounds, reports have shown that teens are following the alleged trend of using alcohol-soaked tampons to get high. Although most of the stories are not confirmed and seem untrue, there are still some cases where alcohol is detected in the...
When most people hear the term binge drinking, a visual of a young, carefree, 20-something year old likely comes to mind or a memory of your former self of days gone by. Though according to many recent studies, there is an uptick in binge drinking in older American...
Sending your teen off to college can be an exciting and scary time in a parent's life. You are more than likely looking forward to the hustle and bustle of life slowing down when they leave, but will more than likely feel sad and nervous when they are gone. There is...
Retired athletes are especially susceptible to substance abuse. If you’re a current or former athlete, you know how much the love of the game can consume your life. This increases tenfold for serious and professional athletes who train almost daily. It can become...
Many small business owners don’t realize how important having a drug-free workplace can be. Many customers like shopping in drug-free establishments because they feel like it is a safe environment and that the people working at the businesses will be able to focus on...
Alcoholism has long been seen as a vice in most religions, and sometimes, a deadly one. While the first creators of our contemporary alcohol could never have imagined that alcohol would become so popular, it’s our responsibility to mitigate the effects. No one needs...
Wine is the drink of the century. Drinking wine in today’s society is almost considered a personality trait: people own funny custom glasses, sport wine apparel, and constantly joke about turning to a bottle to fix all their troubles. Wine, in a more traditional...
Going for a drink after work is a cultural norm in workspaces all over the world, and one of the many things to which anyone from any country can relate. With alcohol, of course, there is the potential for abuse, as alcohol is the most-abused drug in the world, and...
Nearly 70% of people living with addiction to drugs and alcohol are employed at least part-time. This may come as a shock to many people: given the assumed condition of most people living with addiction, it seems highly unlikely that someone would be able to maintain...
Politicians and celebrities have in common that, often, life in the spotlight overwhelms them and takes them into the dark of substance abuse. This can present an enormous ethical problem - free use of drugs by politicians leads to shame and public disgrace, though...
Think of all of the illegal drugs that you can. Which ones come to mind? What’s funny is that most of the drugs that come to mind have probably been around for a long time, and have been used medicinally for most of that time. It’s no secret that using any illegal...
Indigenous people in the United States were the first to grow, cultivate, and utilize tobacco. When these Indigenous nations first started using tobacco, tobacco had limited and sacred duties. When European colonizers arrived, though, the use for, amount of, and...
Drug addiction, though often found in those who have a family history of addiction, can affect anyone. Steering clear of drugs and alcohol is the best way to ensure that you won’t become addicted, but everyone has their guilty pleasures, and for some, drugs are a...
What makes a drug ‘worse’ than others? There’s no one way to say. The toll that addiction to drugs and alcohol can take not just on a person, but also on an entire community, is devastating. Drug addiction makes a nest for drug dealers, who often come with gangs....
While it may sound cliché, alcoholism is a disease that does not discriminate. Anyone can fall victim to the effects of excessive drinking. Even the societal role models, the saviors, and the protectors of the law enforcement system can sometimes fail to protect...
Drugs are some of the most powerful substances on this planet. Once addicted, an individual caters to the drug and its effects above all else. They put aside their families, loved ones, careers, finances, health; anything they can compromise in exchange for a fix...
There are very few people who aren’t aware of the dangers of prescription drug abuse. Early in the 20th century, there was far less public information available about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. Drug addiction was something that was widely associated with...
Alcohol is Easy to Get Part of what drives alcohol addiction is the relative ease of obtaining alcoholic drinks - though legally, young people aren’t allowed to have alcohol, adults may purchase alcohol for the child, if they so choose. Alcohol and addiction to...
If you are wondering how to stay sober during the holidays, you are not alone. Every year, a lot of people go through the same ordeal during the holiday season. Sure, with all the celebration and parties going around, it is hard to stay away from the booze. But at the...
As stereotypes go, drug addiction is a problem that tends to be linked with poverty. While it is true that poverty is a risk factor for developing an addiction, there are quite a few other factors that have nothing to do with socioeconomic status, such as mental...
Alcohol can be just as addictive as any other substance. The big difference lies in the fact that it is legal for those over 21, and easily attainable whether you are of age or not. Drinking does not have an age limit, and adolescents are generally exposed to alcohol...
Mindfulness practices have been used by Hindus and Buddhists for thousands of years. Today it is an important part of many holistic treatments including addiction. It goes without saying that your mind controls your addictive tendencies. Once your brain becomes...
A common misconception held among people with drug abuse problems is that they will undergo drug rehab and attain sobriety for life. The truth of the matter is that the success rate of those that have undergone treatment is as low as 5 to 10%. The reason for this lies...
Addiction is a compulsive, substance-seeking behavior found in individuals who show signs of withdrawal when use is stopped. There has been an ongoing debate over which drugs are considered the most addictive. According to a panel of experts, how addictive a substance...
In 2016, more than 63,600 Americans died of drug overdoses. Around two-thirds of these fatal incidents involved some type of opioid. Between 2015 and 2016, the fatal overdose rate from synthetic opioids, not counting methadone, more than doubled. Illegally...
You might be wondering whether you should stop drinking for many reasons. There may have been instances where you fought with friends, wrecked your car, or made bad decisions that would have been otherwise avoided had it not been for your alcohol addiction. Like last...
Overcoming alcohol addiction is completely dependent on the will and commitment of the user. A person has to want sobriety for themselves before they can truly accept help. The doctors, the medications, and therapies are merely aids in coping with withdrawal symptoms...
