Drug addiction negatively affects the family and friends of people suffering from addiction. Loving someone suffering from addiction can be very challenging and painful. Because drug addiction affects the whole family, treating the addicted person may not result in long-term changes within the family unit. A person suffering from addiction may find that support groups … Read more
Addiction is a severe problem, and many suffer from substance addiction. It is not wrong to say that addiction to any substance is life-threatening and can ruin relationships. You may have heard that addiction is impossible to overcome, but that is not true. It is possible to beat an addiction. There are some practical tips … Read more
If you’re looking for the most effective ways to “sober up,” you may already be in a scenario where you have had too many alcoholic drinks and need to restore control and concentration swiftly. However, methods claiming to assist you sober up are ineffective since they do not affect your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) amount … Read more
Transcript I’m Dr. Ignatov. I’m a board certified psychiatrist and addiction medicine physician. Alcohol is a depression that your body becomes addicted to over months or years of drinking. Your brain gradually quits generating specific neurotransmitters that it receives from alcohol. That’s why it takes time for your body to adjust once you stop drinking … Read more
Rehab helps by educating people on keeping sobriety and having a healthy life without becoming dependent on alcohol. A mental health illness may be the root cause of alcohol addiction. Rehab offers you a safe place to start your therapy. To deal with withdrawal symptoms, you need a safe environment. Rehab can be a secure … Read more
Many people prefer detoxing at home and want to stay in a controlled yet safe environment. At-home detox is an outpatient treatment that requires the advice of a medical professional. People believe detoxification at home is quite comfortable, but it is risky. It is a complicated process, and individuals relapse due to misinformation. By learning … Read more
Alcohol use disorder (AUD), the medical term for alcoholism, is defined as an individual’s failure to reduce excessive alcohol consumption. Alcoholism is an illness that affects the brain and can range in severity from minor to severe. Many people consume alcohol in moderation, which is summarized as one drink per day for women and two … Read more
When a friend or a family member’s substance abuse problem turns into addiction, you may consider getting them professional help. Professional help can take many forms, but drug rehab is the most effective way for a struggling loved one to recover from drug or alcohol addiction. While it may take time and effort to convince … Read more
Among the hustle and bustle of daily life, you might find certain situations trigger anxiety symptoms. You may feel distressed or uneasy, similar to the stress response while taking a test or in a crowded room. However, these sensations are temporary. People who suffer from anxiety feel this way to the point that it affects … Read more
Alcohol is a widely used substance and a depressant to the CNS. Individuals face various health problems if they excessively drink or depend on alcohol. Alcohol affects brain functions and increases the production of dopamine. The high production of an inhibitory neurotransmitter, GABA or gamma-aminobutyric acid, slows brain functioning. Alcohol also reduces other activities of … Read more
One of the most critical health risks in the United States is alcohol-related problems, which are caused by drinking too much, too quickly, or too frequently. According to research, more than 14 million people over the age of 18 have an alcohol use disorder (AUD), and 1 in 10 kids live with a parent who … Read more
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