Hereditary Alcoholism
What is Hereditary Alcoholism? The genetics that are given to us by our family are what help to determine what our traits, behaviors and personality characteristics are. This can include anything from the color of our eyes, how tall we will be, whether we will have any mental health issues or whether we are more […]
How to Minimize Risk of Being an Alcoholic in College
How to Avoid Being an Alcoholic in College Four out of five college students consume alcohol during their time at school, making it over 80 percent of students, and 50 percent engaging in regular binge drinking. This isn’t surprising, given the drinking culture that college provides. Newfound freedom away from home and parents, minimal supervision […]
How Much is One Drink, Medically?
How Much Is One Drink? Determining how much one drink is can seem to vary from person to person. What one person may find is large enough for a drink, may not be enough for another. Restaurants offer 9oz or 6oz options for glasses – which one is standard? The surprising truth is there is […]
Why Do I Need to Detox From Alcohol?
Detox from Alcohol You have been in this place before. You’re wondering why you can’t “just cut back” on your drinking. You’ve made the decision a hundred times to stop drinking. You may have denied for a long time that you even have a problem, but you know deep down that you cannot control your […]
Is Binge Drinking a Sign of Addiction?
If you are an adult over the age of 21, there is a strong likelihood that you have tried drinking alcohol. Finding boundaries with alcohol and how much your body can handle is often learned through trial-and-error, especially at a young age. While there are times in a person’s life that you might overindulge in […]
How Do I Know If I Have An Alcohol Problem?
Do I Have an Alcohol Problem? According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 6.4 percent of people ages 18 or older reported that they drank alcohol at some point in their lifetime; 70.1 percent reported that they drank in the past year; 56.0 percent reported that they drank in the past month. […]
Why Being in a Quiet, Secluded Environment is Best for Recovery
Clear your mind Being in a quiet, secluded environment while in a drug and alcohol rehab center can give many great benefits to people. First and foremost, you will be able to completely relax and clear your mind. Active addiction can cause a lot of negative thoughts, emotions and habits. Being able to step away […]