Heavy alcohol consumption can lead to a variety of serious side effects. The reason behind many alcohol-related mental and physical health problems is inflammation. Chronic alcohol-induced inflammation can damage healthy cells, tissues, and organs. When a person consumes alcohol regularly, the entire body can suffer from...
Helping an alcoholic parent can be challenging, but with support, your parent can recover from alcoholism. Drug and alcohol rehab can help with recovery. ...
We will discuss the various characteristics of an alcoholic face and how to identify them. By understanding how to spot an alcoholic face, individuals can better recognize and address alcoholism promptly....
Most people who are victims of drug abuse usually put off the idea of going to rehabilitation facilities due to several reasons. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDH), about 20 million people in the United States are caught up in...
Alcohol is legal in almost all countries and is widely consumed in social situations. It is easy to develop problematic drinking without realizing it. About 85% of people 18 or older have ever taken alcohol, and 5.3% of people ages 12 or older have alcohol...
When used according to a doctor's prescription, fentanyl can be a useful opiate to treat pain from an injury or post-surgery. Fentanyl works fast and eliminates an individual's perception of pain. But, many individuals abuse fentanyl because it provides an intense "high," which can be...
Drug addiction, also referred to as substance use disorder is a progressive disease. It often starts with a "one-time" experiment, simple recreational use, peer pressure, an occasional getaway, or even a painkiller prescription. After a while, it becomes impossible to resist the urge to use...
Alcoholic hepatitis is a medical condition that affects the liver. The condition causes inflammation, which destroys liver cells and may result in permanent damage. According to the American Liver Foundation, 35% of heavy drinkers develop alcoholic hepatitis. If not addressed timely, alcoholic hepatitis can lead to...
Alcoholics know that one drink is too much and a hundred is never enough. That fact alone is enough for many alcoholics to maintain their sobriety. Yet, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, nine out of 10 recovering alcoholics relapse at...
Over 20 million people suffer from a substance disorder in the United States. Addiction is a complex, chronic brain disease that develops over time, impacting every aspect of a person's quality of life. Addiction, also called substance use disorder, occurs in stages, from initial use...
