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Alcoholism Signs - Ten Warning Signs Of Alcoholism You Should Know

Mon, 30 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Alcoholism signs - are there ten warning signs of alcoholism? Yes! Understanding alcoholism signs can help you determine whether there is alcohol abuse or dependency. Consuming a drink or two per day for healthy men and a drink a day for healthy non-pregnant women is generally considered acceptable consumption without health risks. However, as the amount of drinking per occasion or per week increases, one or more of the ten warning signs of alcoholism can develop as a result.

Alcohol dep... (Read All)

Alcohol Abuse Effects - 5 Physical Effects Of Alcohol Abuse

Mon, 30 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Alcohol abuse effects can be far-reaching and devastating. The effects of alcohol abuse not only have consequences for the drinker but those around her or him as well. Alcohol abuse effects can be both psychological and physical. Alcohol consumption causes changes in behavior. The physical effects of alcohol abuse can be experienced with as little as one or two drinks. Impaired judgment and coordination needed to operate a car safely may result in the drinker having an accident.

Alcoholi... (Read All)

Alcoholism Stages - 3 Stages Of Alcoholism You Should Know

Mon, 30 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Alcoholism stages can be categorized into three stages of alcoholism - early stage, middle stage and end stage alcoholism or late stage alcoholism. Alcoholism stages generally take years to develop. Alcoholism is a disease where alcoholic beverage consumption is at a level that interferes with physical or mental health, and negatively impacts social, family or occupational responsibilities.

Consuming no more than one or two drinks per day for healthy men and a drink a day for healthy non... (Read All)

Hangover - Too Sozzled To React

Fri, 03 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Drinking for many is a social activity which many people love to do. Even though it may not be healthy, drinking in small quantities would not cause much harm. The problem starts when there is excessive drinking. You may enjoy being drunk and may not realize things that is happening around you. The next morning is the time you realize it?s after effects which is known as a hangover and can be one of the sore mornings which you would not like to remember.

We should always be in control of... (Read All)

Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program - 3 Alcoholism Treatment Option Steps

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100

An alcohol addiction treatment program consists of three general alcoholism treatment option steps. These three steps are intervention, detoxification and rehabitation.

Many persons with a drinking problem do not see or acknowledge that they have a problem with alcohol abuse. Intervention used in an alcohol addiction treatment program used to be more confrontational since problem drinkers would be confronted about their excessive drinking and threatened with consequences if they did not ... (Read All)

Recovery in the 21st Century- Get the Facts First Since Your Life Might Depend On It

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100

âKeep coming back, it works if you work it!â This is what is chanted at the end of every meeting, but what if you have âworked itâ and you still keep going back and getting drunk or loaded? Now, most people in the program will say things like, âWell, you must not have really done the steps right,â or âYou didnât go to enough meetings,â or âYou didnât pray to your Higher Power,â or âYou know you did something wrong or else you would still be sober!â
Since what ... (Read All)

Alcoholism Disease Or Not?

Thu, 22 Sep 2005 00:00:00 +0100

Alcoholism can be given a lot of definitions and all of them stress the fact that there is a terrible disease that involves addiction to spirits. Apart from the physical dependence on alcohol, there are other psychological, genetic and social factors that may play a role in the development of alcoholism. Many social, economic and public health problems are determined by this very serious disease.

When alcoholism is concerned, symptoms include craving for alcohol, incapacity to have contr... (Read All)

Adult Daughters of Alcoholics

Mon, 05 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0100

A few times in my life, someone has taken a quick look at me and been able to tell me about myself or a little bit about who I am or what Iâve been through. Some people have that gift. Whether they are psychologists, tarot readers, or some old lady in the grocery store line, they are able to see something in my eyes that tells my entire story â in a language only they understand. This sort of deep fundamental analysis of my psyche has rarely happened outside of interpersonal contact. However... (Read All)

Detox: Science, Quackery and Everything In-between!

Sat, 10 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0100

This article is meant to outline and educate you on the different types of detoxification. Detox can refer to several different processes including diets to lose weight, drug and alcohol addiction, and the process of eliminating the harmful buildup of assorted toxins in the body. Hopefully you will find some useful information that will guide you in your quest for the right Detox.

When you are on a so-called Detox diet you are trying to achieve several things including improving health, ... (Read All)

Are you ready to quit alcohol before it kills you?

Thu, 28 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0100

I am a recovering alcoholic and managed to beat my addiction to alcohol after three decades of heavy drinking. I was never one of those lucky people who could only drink socially and I was never able to admit that I had a problem. My relationships with people and my work suffered intensely, I would spend every day in an alcoholic haze and the worst thing was that I didn't give a damn.

I gave up drinking six months ago when I finally realised I'd been in denial. I had a choice, I could eit... (Read All)

Living with an alcoholic

Thu, 05 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0100

One of the commonest questions anyone working in the addiction field is asked is âHow can I stop my wife/husband/partner from drinking so much?â Unfortunately the short answer to that is â you canât. They will stop when it suits them, whether that is because they hurt so much or because circumstances change. That is painful to hear, but nevertheless it is true.

There is some good news, however, and that is if you canât actually stop them drinking then there are things that you ... (Read All)

A Dummies Guide On Drug And Alcohol Rehab Centers

Mon, 09 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Drug and alcohol addiction is one problem our society is yet to conquer. The addict is often in a world of his own. He withdraws from family members. He prefers to stay alone and take comfort in drugs or alcohol. As a result, he or she may get into problems. He may be arrested for drunk driving and faced a law suit. He may be shown the exit door in his office for being unable to control his addiction. A little time of sobriety will see the addict promising himself and family members to change bu... (Read All)

Are You Looking For The Top Drug Rehab Centers?

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Given the fact there are thousands of drug rehab centers in the US and all over the world, you must definitely be wondering how you can get the right center. This is not far fetched. There are some reputable centers out there that stand out of the pack. These centers have met the national standards set for any rehab center. Their track recorders speak for them. Be my guest as I introduce to you these centers. - Orchid Recovery Center for Women As the name suggests, the Orchid Recovery Center For... (Read All)

How To Find A Local Drug And Alcohol Rehab Center

Mon, 16 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0100

In the past, searching for information could take you ages. But thanks to the introduction of the internet, what youâre looking for is simply a click of the mouse away. Unlike before, you donât have to leave the comfort of your room or office before you can access lots of information. The same applies to finding a local drug and alcohol rehab center. To the inexperienced, this is hard and frustrating. But getting such information need not be a daunting task. Most of the work has been done by... (Read All)

Drug rehab and alcohol rehabilitation programs

Sun, 29 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0100

There are many rehabilitation programs all over the world. They take into account particular features representing the multitude of personalities of the individuals, the cause of the addiction, as well as the chemical that provoked it. Whatever the professionals may suggest as efficient for a drug rehab, they have all agreed that nothing is more important than the motivation of the person that is going to follow the program. The motivation means an individual will to pass successfully to another... (Read All)

Alcohol Detox Even If You Are Just A Social Drinker

Sun, 30 Oct 2005 00:00:00 +0100

Your body may be sending you signals that you need to take a break from alcohol. It may be time to detox alcohol from your body if you are feeling run down and tired, having digestive problems or experiencing achy muscles. If you drink and party regularly and have any of these symptoms, a simple alcohol detox may be for you.

With repeated or long term use, alcohol can cause liver and kidney problems, addiction and weight gain. While drinking and partying often seem harmless, ingesting al... (Read All)

Alcohol Detoxification

Sun, 30 Oct 2005 00:00:00 +0100

If you love someone who is an alcoholic, or you are struggling with your own alcohol problem, you may be interested in the process of alcohol detoxification. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can range from uncomfortable to life threatening, depending on the severity of the addiction, and detoxification can help with this process.

Alcohol detoxification is simply eliminating alcohol from the body and providing medical assistance for the symptoms of withdrawal that accompany this process. Medic... (Read All)

Help For The Alcoholic!

Sat, 02 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0100

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Help For The Alcoholic
by Kevin O'Leary

Question: If an alcoholic is unwilling to get help, what can you do about it?

Alcoholics don't respond very well to advice, suggestions, or threats. One would imagine that under these circumstances an alcoholic is doomed to oblivion. You must realize the alcoholic is desperate to get more and more alcohol, and he or ... (Read All)

Drug addiction rehab programs effectiveness

Tue, 12 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Drug addiction rehab is a generic phrase, which refers to drug rehabilitation, and presupposes a medical treatment for the dependency of legal or illegal drugs, alcohol, even nicotine or any other psychoactive substance. If you are longing or craving to use again and again a drug, then it doesn't matter if the substance behind that drug is legal or illegal, what you need is a drug addiction rehab. It means that you have a drug addiction, so you must take it seriously and get immediate treatment ... (Read All)

What is the most addictive drug?

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0100

This is a question that people often ask but is actually a very difficult one to answer. Addiction is not just one single and simple process, it is a complex process that has both physical and psychological aspects. Nevertheless despite this complexity two attempts have been made to determine the most addictive drug. Independently Dr. Jack E. Henningfield of the National Institute on Drug Abuse and Dr. Neal L. Benowitz of the University of California at San Francisco, ranked six psychoactive sub... (Read All)

Can Online Counseling for Drug and Alcohol Addiction Problems Be Effective?

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0100

The answer to the question in the title of this article is: âYes, but with the need to understand the limits of online help.â

Definitions
The words "alcohol dependence" or "addiction" are often used without definition. So, let's first define some terms. As used in this article, alcohol or drug addiction means that a person's alcohol or other drug use has reached the point that the person cannot use without loss of control over use of the substance and/or cannot use without producin... (Read All)

The Mixed Messages in our Society About Drinking Alcohol

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0100

An Issue of Mixed Messages

How can something as prevalent, accepted, and accessible in our society as drinking alcohol be so harmful, unhealthy, AND illegal when consumed at or slightly above moderate intake levels? The simple asking of this question immediately uncovers a number of issues, one of which is the mixed messages that exist in our society about drinking alcohol.

The Accessibility and Acceptability of Alcohol

On the one hand, consider the thousands upon thousands... (Read All)

The Basics EVERYONE Must Know About Alcoholics Anonymous And Addiction Treatment

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0100

One of the oldest forms of dealing with addiction is to be a member of Alcoholics Anonymous (simply known as AA). Many people that are getting to know about this group of people recently are having some misconceptions about the group. Some people see them as a bunch of unserious people with no effective means of dealing with the problem of alcohol addiction. Others perceive them as being irrelevant in the modern days of technology. There are even some that share the belief that the group cannot ... (Read All)

20 Signs that you may have a problem with booze.

Sat, 03 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0100

You know that you have got a problem with booze when:

1 before every party or social occasion your partner asks you ânot to drink too much tonightâ.

2 you feel that everyone in your company drinks too slowly or doesnât know how to let their hair down and have a good time â like you.

3 you are having extra drinks when you go to the bar, because (see number 2).

4 you hate going to any social occasion if there is no opportunity to drink.

5 you think about ... (Read All)

Alcohol, Drug Abuse, and Domestic Violence

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0100

Alcohol and drug abuse can have serious tolls on the physiological and psychological health. Not only for the addict buy for family and friends as well. The situation becomes something beyond control, especially when things get abusive for everyone. The addict can't break free from the addiction for the obvious reasons.

When this happens you will need to get help, you probably canât do this on your own. Unless your Superman or Wonder Woman.

Drugs and alcohol are directly related ... (Read All)

Drug-rehab-program-directory.com

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 00:00:00 +0100

Site Design: User benefits: A no-frills site with a clean, straight-forward graphic interface, drug rehab program directory offers easy navigation to users through a number of ways. One is the navigation menu on the left side that appears on all pages and contains the major links to the inner main pages. The clickable map of U.S. States, conveniently placed above the fold, offers users the easy option to locate the rehab centers in their area. Alternatively, users can also click on the states li... (Read All)

Entering Rehab Aiming For Success

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0100

If you are reading this article, it results in the fact that you are interested in rehab related issues. This means that you or someone you know needs rehab. If itâs about you, congrats, showing interest for rehab methods is an important step towards your health, towards getting a good state of being in the future. If you want to join a rehab program, you need to have a lot of strength. You have to have the will to be able to say no to whatever has brought your addiction, and try to re-think t... (Read All)

Drug Rehab Chronicles - Alcohol Addiction Can Strike Anyone, Even a Genius

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0100

Alcohol abuse, Americaâs number one substance abuse problem, doesnât play favorites.

For every person who needs a successful alcohol and drug rehab program, there are millions who never get started. Charlie Frazer was one of them.

A popular jazz musician, Charlie, was a friendly and outgoing young man without the huge ego one expects of a truly talented player. Charlie was generous with himself and his talents, sharing musical insights and advice with musicians and fans who fr... (Read All)

Alcohol Detox Rare for Americans with Alcohol Problems

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0100

A new report from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) found that more than 30 percent of Americans, at some time in their lives, have met the criteria for alcohol abuse or dependence. Most of these people never received any treatment, and those who did often didnât get treatment for 10 years or more â 10 years of alcoholism that could have been avoided with early and effective alcohol detox and rehab. This report refers to data from the National Epidemiologic Surve... (Read All)

Alcoholism Facts - Facts Of Alcoholism You Should Know

Mon, 23 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0100

Alcoholism facts can help one better understand the extent of alcoholism and alcoholism warning signs. One of the alcoholism facts is that alcoholism is a type of drug addiction that can be both physical and psychological.

Facts of alcoholism include the reality that alcohol acts as a depressant on the central nervous system, resulting in a decrease of activity, tension and inhibitions. Alcohol affects other body systems as well. Gastrointestinal tract irritation can occur with erosion o... (Read All)