Recovery from Addiction
Writing a letter to a loved one allows members to articulate their commitment to recovery and strengthen their support network. This activity can bring clarity, reinforce personal resolve, and foster understanding with those who matter most. Journaling provides a safe outlet for self-reflection and emotional processing. Provide journal prompts to help members explore their thoughts […]
How To Live With A Recovering Alcoholic
Part of the reason alcohol addiction is so prevalent in the United States is due to its wide availability and affordability compared to other substances, in addition to the fact that it can be purchased legally. Living with an alcoholic, especially someone who you are legally or financially bound to, is a complicated situation, but […]
Flakka Drug: Symptoms, Side Effects & Complications
Each standard was transferred to a volumetric flask and diluted to volume with tissue buffer to create stock solutions. A stock solution containing approximately 10 μg/ml of analyte was then diluted to encompass a concentration range from 1000 to 0.5 ng/ml. Ultra-high pressure liquid chromatography (UPLC) coupled with ECD was used to simultaneously measure DA, […]
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Effects in Children and Adults
The risk for potential fetal alcohol syndrome is established during the first prenatal visit. Pregnant women are questioned regarding behavioral risk factors, including illicit drug usage, alcohol consumption, smoking, and other high-risk behaviors. Several screening questionnaires may be utilized; these include (1) T-ACE, (2) TWEAK, and (3) AUDIT-C. Goal of Fetal Alcohol Treatment Don’t wait […]
Why do I get a headache after drinking beer?
If you’re not hydrated, your body will pull the water from other areas, including your head. As it pulls this liquid, it causes a headache to form because your what is alcoholism brain starts to contract. As the name suggests, a beer headache happens after you consume beer or a beverage that has beer in […]
LAMB OF GOD’s RANDY BLYTHE On Being 14 Years Sober: ‘I’m Not Afraid Of Being Around Alcohol Or Drugs’
A longer life can mean more time to spend with loved ones, experience new things and learn about yourself. Working with professionals is essential to overcoming substance use disorder (SUD). Engagement with evidence-based addiction treatment and exposure to many therapeutic opportunities and approaches can help you create an educated approach to your developing sober lives. […]