by Carley Smiddy | Jan 16, 2020 | Addiction Treatment & Recovery, Alcoholism
Alcohol is the most commonly misused substance in the United States. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 6.2 percent of adults and 2.5 percent of adolescents in the US had an alcohol use disorder in 2015. That’s more than 15 million...
by Carley Smiddy | Jan 19, 2018 | Alcoholism, Treatment
Vitamin Deficiency and Chronic Alcohol Use Chronic alcohol consumption damages the lungs, brain and heart. Heavy alcohol use dehydrates the body and can cause severe vitamin deficiencies. Over time, drinking alcohol can cause a number of health problems because of a...
by Carley Smiddy | Jan 17, 2018 | Alcoholism, Sober Transition & Recovery Resources
The Dangers of Alcohol and Energy Drinks Energy drinks mixed with alcohol are a popular beverage in bars, clubs, and lounges. Alcohol is a depressant that slows down the respiratory and central nervous system. Increased hospitalizations and possible brain damage can...
by Carley Smiddy | Dec 17, 2017 | Addiction, Alcoholism
Binge drinking is not a good idea either for your health or your emotional well-being. If you binge drink, you are more likely to experience risk associated with health issues such as heart disease, kidney damage, high blood pressure, or developing alcohol...
by Carley Smiddy | Oct 6, 2017 | Alcoholism
Alcohol withdrawal affects those individuals who have a physical dependence on alcohol. When a person stops drinking entirely or cuts back on drinking, the withdrawal will occur. Alcohol withdrawal can produce many symptoms, which typically occur on a timeline....
by Carley Smiddy | Sep 19, 2017 | Alcoholism
Absinthe is an herbal liquor that contains anise, fennel, and wormwood. Some versions add other herbs and flowers as well. Absinthe has a green color from the chlorophyll of the wormwood leaves. Absinthe’s former reputation was that it could cause convulsions and...
