If you have ever tried to address an alcohol abuse problem with a friend or family member, you might have felt resistance or defensiveness from your loved one. The idea that you can’t help people who won’t help themselves is not true. The right approach can encourage someone with an alcohol use disorder (an addiction…
Alcohol use disorder is the most common substance use issue, except for smoking, in the country. Also, alcohol is actually the third leading cause of death in America, behind smoking and obesity. About fifteen million American adults have an alcohol use disorder. Whether you have an alcohol use disorder or you’re just beginning to be…
An intervention is a chance for family members to demonstrate their love and support to a person who is stricken by addiction and self-destructive behaviors. Interventions are considered as a last chance or last-ditch effort to force the loved one to get the help they so desperately need. In most cases, the idea of an…
Many people struggling to overcome alcohol addiction often wonder – how long does it take to detox? While an alcohol detox program may typically only take a few days, full treatment may require weeks or months for the best outcome. Detox is the process of ridding your body of the substance while managing the symptoms…
Men and women of all ages use alcohol. Because the heavy consumption of alcohol is so prevalent, it may be difficult to identify an addiction. Additionally, many people develop an addiction because of their genetics. Although you might think alcohol is only causing life struggle, it also affects you cognitively. Therefore, if you’re concerned about…