You’re ready to quit drinking. You know that you need help dealing with the withdrawal symptoms. Now, you’re wondering about the outpatient vs inpatient alcohol detoxification options. Which one’s right for you? Detox Sounds Scary. I Want to Stay Home At the heart of most outpatient vs inpatient alcohol detoxification discussions is the fear of…
If your life is falling apart around you and you drink often, you may have an alcohol addiction. For most people, it’s a hard thing to admit that they can’t control their drinking. However, those people who can see the truth can also choose to seek help. What is that help? It’s not all the…
It’s scary for people when they do something for the first time. With that said, a little bit of knowledge is usually all it takes to put a someone’s mind at ease. To ease your mind, we want to address what happens during alcohol detox. Maybe this information will motivate a few alcoholics to reach…
Without a doubt, alcoholism can ruin the lives of problem drinkers. Unfortunately, it also can deliver several forms of collateral damage. While the family is always a major concern, collateral damage sometimes extends beyond unsuspecting family members and friends. We should all be aware of the problems drinking and driving can create for unsuspecting motorists…
It’s no secret that South Florida has earned a reputation as one of the top addiction treatment destinations in the world. This reputation has evolved due to the efforts of expert counselors and clinicians who are innovative and caring. By the way, this reputation extends beyond addiction treatment centers. It also encompasses detox facilities. In…
Struggles Veterans Face When Returning Home. Serving in the U.S. military comes with a long list of physical, mental and emotional challenges. Many veterans battle against post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Most soldiers witness a series of traumatic events. They often end up using drugs or alcohol as a means to cope. Some symptoms of combat-related PTSD do not develop…
Did you know that alcohol can have opposite effects? It acts in different ways at different times of using. So, is alcohol a stimulant or depressant? Your questions–answered. Is Alcohol a Stimulant or Depressant? Experts classify alcohol as a depressant. Doing so puts it on the same level as opioid painkillers. It slows down your…
You already realize that alcohol is an addictive substance. However, what type of drug is alcohol? It seems to be a stimulant because of its initial effects. Its subsequent actions belie this notion. What Type of Drug is Alcohol and Why Does It Matter? In fact, alcohol is a nervous system depressant. The polar opposite…
For many, a glass of wine at the end of a long or stressful day is the ultimate reward. Small daily consumption of wine does not indicate that the individual suffers from an alcohol problem. However, when one or two glasses turns into a drinking problem, how much wine is too much? The risk of…
It may go without saying that alcohol and depression are related. Even on television and in movies, when someone experiences something challenging, they often turn to a bottle to cope. It is also not uncommon for alcoholics to become depressed. One might say it’s a match made in hell. But it’s a match nonetheless, and…