Lithium is one of the medications that may be recommended for the treatment of alcohol withdrawal and alcohol use disorders. Lithium has been used for this purpose since the 1970s. Studies have shown that the use of lithium for alcohol withdrawal...
According to the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, some studies show that up to 60% of adults experience chronic insomnia. In short, insomnia is when a person has issues related to sleep. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)...
People with fears and reservations about entering addiction treatment may find any number of reasons to justify putting off their recovery. Some worry about finances, while others fear lost time or social stigma. No matter what the reason, those...
What is Wine Mom Culture? Wine mom culture encourages drinking alcohol to take the edge off the stresses of being a parent. It’s reinforced by memes on the internet and products like wine glasses that say "mommy fuel" or "They whine. I wine."...
When suffering from an alcohol addiction, many claim to be willing to do anything to break the habit. But what about hypnosis to stop drinking? Although many don’t consider it their first go-to, it can in fact help. More than 15 million...
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults. It can affect your ability to function every day, and it can also negatively impact your relationships with friends, family, and coworkers. ...
Having a trusted support system while in rehab can be the defining factor in recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. A support system is important as it offers moral support, compassion, and guidance in the course of rehabilitation. The...
When most people think of rehab, they think of medication only. However, there is another possible avenue for getting over an addiction. Holistic alcohol rehab centers can provide an alternative environment for people who wish to recover but may...
