Alcohol is omnipresent in American society. This can make quitting drinking seem impossible. However, it is possible to quit drinking without resorting to social isolation. We'll give you some tips on how to quit drinking....
Roughly six percent of the population in the United States is believed to have an alcohol-use disorder. On top of that, it is believed that as many as 623,000 people between the ages of 12 and 17 suffer from the same issue. That is very...
Recognizing that a loved one is potentially misusing their prescription medication doesn't always come with clear signs. There is no one size fits all situation when it comes to prescription drug abuse. It is more than likely they are not going to be holding a...
Challenges, Effects on Children, and Possible Solutions Co-parenting is not a walk in the park, especially when one parent is a drug addict. Disagreements about schedules, rules, and lack of consistency often occur, leading to a chaotic co-parenting situation. Sometimes, no bargaining or begging will sway...
The human liver is a cone-shaped organ that's about the size of a football. It's located just beneath the ribcage on the right side of the abdomen. A healthy liver is vital to overall health and wellbeing. Chronic alcohol abuse is one thing that can seriously...
How Alcohol Abuse Can Lead to Tooth Decay and Gum Disease Have you ever thought about how your drinks affect your oral health? Chances are that you know about sugary drinks, coffee, and acidic sodas. These drinks are common causes of stained teeth and dull smiles....
Opioids are prescription drugs used to treat pain. Physicians often prescribe these highly addictive medicines to patients with chronic pain or those who have undergone surgery. Opioids can come in tablets or capsules but are consumed in several ways. For example, some may crush these...
If you visited your primary care physician recently, you were likely asked how many alcoholic beverages you drink in a week. Did you tell the truth when you answered? 32% of women and 50% of men lie to their doctors about their alcohol...
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than 19 million females eighteen or older use illicit drugs in any given year. In this statistic, the word illicit means both the use of drugs that are illegal as well as the misuse of prescription...
Alcohol can induce feelings of relaxation and sleepiness, but excessive alcohol consumption can cause poor sleep quality. People who regularly drink to excess often experience insomnia and can even develop symptoms of sleep apnea....