What Changes Can I Expect After Getting Clean From Drugs and Alcohol?
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Excessive use of alcohol and other drugs changes an individual’s brain structure and function over time. As a result, an individual can expect to experience problems in their thought-processing, emotional regulation and daily behaviors. Although various factors can impact the severity of the consequences of […]
Long-Term Effects of Binge Drinking
Content reviewed by Anthony T. Triola, Executive Director at New Hope Ranch Binge drinking is a dangerous level of drinking that can create a number of mental, physical and psychological effects. It also increases the risk of fatal accidents. If you are regularly participating in heavy drinking, this could be an indication that you need help. […]
Alcohol Awareness Month: When to Get Help
Alcohol Awareness Month is a time to consider your alcohol use or the way another’s use is impacting your life. There are many misconceptions about alcohol addiction and justifications to regular drinking in our society. Guidelines from the Department of Health and Human Services can help you determine whether it’s time to get treatment for […]
Why People Drink Alcohol as a Coping Mechanism
The cause of alcohol use disorder (AUD) may range from various factors, including environmental factors, mental health disorders and more. There may even be several factors that can cause AUD that individuals are unaware of. However, through education, individuals can become aware of the potential risk factors of AUD and protect themselves and those they […]
Just One Sip: When One Drink Isn’t Enough during the Holidays
Just One Sip: When One Drink Isn’t Enough during the Holidays Updated on 11/15/23 The holidays are the time of year when people become a part of a party circuit. They are either obligated or pressured to attend parties, social gatherings or traditional family events, which cause stress, anxiety, or depression. Throughout this hectic and […]
How to Quit Drinking
How to Quit Drinking Alcohol is everywhere — restaurants, corner liquor stores, bars, college, celebrations, sports events, weddings, the holidays and more. It can seem nearly impossible to escape alcohol since drinking culture is so embedded in American life. Millions of people suffer from alcohol use disorder and aren’t able to maintain acceptable drinking habits, […]
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 […]
The Top 10 Warning Signs of Becoming Addicted to Alcohol
Having a casual night out with friends and a few drinks is often not something to worry about. However, for many people, it can become easy to become addicted to alcohol. In fact, according to the 2015 NSDUH, 15.1 million adults ages 18 and older (6.2 percent of this age group) has an alcohol addiction. […]
Reflections on the New Year: 2016 as a Time of Hope
Reflections on the New Year: 2016 as a Time of Hope Generally, I am asked to comment before New Year’s Eve, to tell you all the things about going out to celebrate that you already know. Don’t drink and drive. If you are going to drink, alternate between alcoholic beverages and alcohol. Make a plan […]
Alcohol Risks Rise with Long Work Hours
Alcohol Risks Rise with Long Work Hours Individuals whose working hours exceed standard recommendations are more likely to increase their alcohol use to levels that pose a health risk. This is the conclusion from a newly published report of the systematic review and meta-analysis of published studies and unpublished data. Risky alcohol consumption is more […]