Category: Alcohol addiction

How Long Does It Take The Brain To Recover From Addiction?

By Phil Kosanovich on February 16, 2023

Addiction can lead to many problems, both in terms of health and quality of life. We know that treatment can help people overcome substance use disorders, but what about the damage already done to a person’s brain? Fortunately, people are resilient it is possible for areas of the brain affected by drug use to recover. […]

What Causes Depression After Drinking Alcohol?

By Phil Kosanovich on December 27, 2022

People consume alcohol for any number of reasons. Some drink to relax after a busy day, for others it’s about relieving social anxiety. Whatever the reason for drinking, it’s always a short-term solution. After the initial feelings of calm or confidence have worn off, alcohol can leave a person feeling low, lethargic, and depleted. Most […]

Depression and Alcohol

By Phil Kosanovich on November 15, 2022

Living with both depression and an alcohol use disorder can be extremely tough – but it is not unusual. Many people struggling with alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence also have another co-occurring mental health disorder which can be a driving force behind addictive behavior. This blog explores the relationship between depression and alcohol and how […]

Alcohol and Mental Illness

By Phil Kosanovich on November 10, 2022

There is a two-way relationship between alcohol consumption and mental disorders. Alcohol use is often used to cope with mental health issues but can also cause mental health issues to develop. This creates a vicious cycle where you drink alcohol to ease mental health symptoms, which causes your symptoms to worsen so that you drink […]

How to Relax Without Alcohol

By Phil Kosanovich on October 13, 2022

Stress can be a normal and healthy response to change, a dangerous situation, or feeling under pressure. However, if it is intense or lasts for a long time it can be damaging to mental and physical health. Long-term stress can put pressure on your heart and increase your risk of developing mental health problems. Many […]

Fentanyl and alcohol

By Phil Kosanovich on October 6, 2022

Perhaps you or a loved one has been prescribed fentanyl for treating or managing pain. But what are the dangers of combining your prescribed painkillers and some alcohol? What are Fentanyl and alcohol? To better understand the dangers of combining fentanyl and alcohol, it is best to first understand their individual properties and how they […]

Mixing Klonopin and Alcohol: Dangers and Effects

By Phil Kosanovich on September 29, 2022

Klonopin is a tranquilizer normally used to treat seizures. Clonazepam, sold under the brand name Klonopin, belongs to a family of drugs known as benzodiazepines. How does this prescription medication work, and what can happen if you mix Klonopin and alcohol? What Is Clonazepam? Clonazepam is a type of benzodiazepine prescribed for a number of […]

How Long is Rehab for Drug and Alcohol Addiction?

By Phil Kosanovich on September 20, 2022

Attending a rehab facility remains one of the surest ways of treating substance abuse and addressing alcohol and drug addiction. Residential treatment is the most intensive and generally most effective form of substance abuse treatment, at least in the early stages of the treatment process. The length of stay in rehab depends on a number […]

Alcoholic Neuropathy: Is Alcohol Nerve Damage Permanent

By Phil Kosanovich on August 25, 2022

What Is Alcoholic Neuropathy? Alcoholic neuropathy happens to individuals who drink heavily, causing damage to their peripheral nerves. Peripheral nerves connect the brain and spinal cord to our sensory organs, muscles, and limbs. This nerve damage is caused by malnutrition resulting from excessive alcohol consumption. When the nerve is damaged, it affects the axons responsible […]

Alcohol Withdrawal Headache

By Phil Kosanovich on August 18, 2022

You are probably aware that alcohol is one of the most common legal drugs to currently exist. Being legal, it is hard to avoid in day-to-day life, whether that is going to the grocery store, having a party with friends, or going to a family meal. Because of its legal status, alcohol is perhaps not […]

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