People decide to have a drink for a variety of reasons. It could be to relax in an uncomfortable social situation, make themselves feel better after a bad day, or to dull the pain of rejection. Chasing the emotional effects of alcohol can cause some people to develop alcohol use disorder (AUD). In this state, […]
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Statistics show alcohol can be extremely addictive. In fact, alcohol addiction is much more common than drug addiction. Over 5% of people 12 and older had an alcohol use disorder in 2017, and nearly 30% of adults will struggle with alcohol use disorder at some point in their lives. If you are struggling with alcohol
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Is your loved one falling down that slippery slope into the depths of alcoholism? Now, what may have started innocently is now impacting their job, family, and health. Figuring out how to help an alcoholic isn’t easy. But there are effective ways to help and get them into an alcohol addiction treatment center in Connecticut. Here’s
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Drug and alcohol abuse affects many families across Massachusetts and the United States. When you are ready to seek treatment for yourself or a loved one, you may have questions. You want to mentally prepare for what’s to come. You need to know: How long does it take to detox from alcohol? And can an
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Xanax is a powerful benzodiazepine drug used to treat conditions such as panic disorder and anxiety. As a depressant, it works to calm the brain and central nervous system by controlling the flow of GABA, a natural chemical found within your body. When coupled with alcohol, a second depressant, serious side effects may result. If
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It can be easy to forget that alcohol is a drug. That is, until you start to develop alcohol cravings. When you start drinking often or quite heavily, you may find that, over time, you begin to crave alcohol. You may be sitting at work and unable to think about anything except for when you
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Christmas can be a challenging time if you’re a recovering alcoholic. From family dinners to office parties, it can feel like alcohol is everywhere! If you’re the only one not drinking during Christmas, you might feel left out. And seeing everyone indulging in drinks can lead to serious cravings. You want to enjoy Christmas as
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