As summer approaches and the temperatures rise, many people are eager to hit the water for a day of boating and relaxation. However, it's essential to remember that boating while drinking can pose serious risks to both yourself and others on the water. In this blog...
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...
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 abuse is a pervasive issue with far-reaching consequences, affecting individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life. While alcohol may be socially acceptable and readily available, its misuse can lead to serious health issues, addiction, and profound...
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...
The journey to sobriety is not a sprint; it's a lifelong marathon. Achieving lasting freedom from substance dependency requires more than a quick fix – it demands dedication, comprehensive support, and a commitment to long-term healing. In this article, we will look...
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...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drug overdoses are rising at an alarming rate, having taken 63,632 American lives in 2016 alone. And a survey conducted by the (SAMHSA) reports that 21.5 million U.S. teens and adults faced some sort...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
When you have an addiction to alcohol, it may seem impossible to stop drinking because it is so readily available, and so socially acceptable. When someone wants to quit drinking, going to rehab can be a great option to consider, however, it can be difficult to do if...
It seems these days like there’s a different celebrity announcing that they are going to rehab. Or, if they’re anything like Amy Winehouse, perhaps writing a song about how they aren’t going to rehab (no, no, no!). While it may seem to be all fun and games to joke...
When you get arrested for a drug charge, it can be very scary. The penalty for being arrested for drug charges can be very serious and have lifelong ramifications. There are many people who are given the ultimatum to go into drug rehabilitation treatment or go to...
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...
So many things can prevent a person from seeking help, or from finishing a rehabilitation program. Admitting that there is a problem is often the most difficult part of the process, and this can take a person years to face. There is an option for families and loved...
Even in cases of severe addiction, it is never recommended that you simply enter the first treatment program that you find. Choosing the right treatment program may be the most important step that you take in your journey to lifelong sobriety. Without making sure that...
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...
When a person is addicted to alcohol or drugs, it’s not easy to give up on addiction. The cravings and withdrawals that happen when on a sober journey make it difficult to stay away from drugs you’re addicted to. These symptoms are enough to discourage an addict, or...
With all of the reasons that anyone can create to avoid going to the doctor, it’s not hard to imagine that some of the same avoiding and skirting can apply to rehab. The rumors that circulate through communities of drug users that ridicule and make an enemy out of...
Not everyone knows how very deep and thorough a good rehab program must be to provide an addicted person a chance to ensure their survival, and their success. There is, of course, no overnight cure, or even overnight treatment for addiction to drugs and alcohol....
If you didn’t know before, you should know it now: you are valuable. Certainly, any and everyone is valuable for several reasons, but it is extremely important to remember that you are someone who has endured difficulty. It doesn’t make you weak or irresponsible that...
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...
Drug abuse is a condition that impacts millions of people across the globe, while only a minority of its victims receive the medical attention they deserve. Substance abuse disorder is a complex condition, and the required treatments can be just as complicated. To...
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...
