A family history of alcoholism may suggest that there is a genetic component to alcoholism in the family. On top of that, a history of alcoholism in a family exposes children and other individuals to alcohol abuse in their environment. A family therapy program may be a good way to address alcohol abuse and substance…
Addiction in the workplace can negatively influence people in many ways. Employers may lose money because of lost workdays when someone spends time out due to an addiction, and employees can get hurt if someone who is impaired makes a mistake on the job. Getting professional help at a reputable addiction treatment facility like Sunflower…
Are you looking for a women’s rehab center for yourself or someone you love? If you are, you need to know what to look for in one of these facilities before selecting one. Rehab for women can be done in co-ed programs or gender-specific treatment facilities. Selecting the one that feels most comfortable will help…
Painkiller addiction is a substantial problem in the United States. Mixing alcohol with painkillers can lead to severe consequences for your health and well-being. You can receive help for your painkiller and alcohol addiction at Sunflower Wellness Retreat in Osawatomie, Kansas. In the meantime, learn more about the dangers of mixing alcohol with painkillers and…
St. Patrick’s Day famous for celebrating with a good drink and lots of friendship. This Irish holiday is one that can be troublesome for those who are trying to live a sober lifestyle, primarily if, in the past, they engaged in alcohol abuse on this day. Planning a sober holiday is the best way to…
How do alcohol and anxiety affect each other? Anxiety is a type of mental health disorder that can be debilitating when out of control. Yet, getting control is the hard part. Many people turn to alcohol for help. If you are struggling with alcohol abuse and addiction and need anxiety treatment as well, the team…
Overcoming drug and alcohol dependency is a long-term process. It can be a challenge for many individuals. While no one wants to become dependent on substances, many people fail to complete their recovery journey and maintain sobriety. Many of the people seeking long-term sobriety face relapse several times before attaining the goal. Understanding the signs…
Many adolescents do not wait until they are 21 to start drinking. As a result, they form bad habits that they carry with them into young adulthood. Although binge drinking in young adults is currently in decline, alcoholism, combined substance use, and similar disorders are not. More young adults find themselves seeking treatment for chronic…
Alcohol addiction treatment, also referred to as alcoholism treatment, is treatment or a recovery program for people who need to overcome substance dependency. Effective treatment deals with your underlying issues for your alcohol dependency, whether that be depression, anxiety, trauma, or other mental health issues. You may be asking yourself, ‘do I need alcohol addiction…
Alcohol use is one of the most widely used addictive substances in the United States. With over 88,000 deaths a year from this substance, you probably want to know more about alcohol use and abuse. Some questions you may have are — what constitutes an alcohol use disorder, and you may want to know the…