Why People with Alcohol Use Disorder Don’t Get Help
There can be a number of barriers to treatment that people struggling with alcohol use disorder could encounter that ultimately…
What Oregon Residents Should Know About Underage Drinking
In Oregon 1,626 youth aged 12-20 was admitted to the hospital for alcohol treatment in 2012. Click here to find…
Warning Signs of Alcoholism
Do you know the warning signs of alcoholism? Identifying behavioral and physical signs of alcoholism could help you or a…
The Kindling Effect
The kindling effect could impact people with alcohol use disorder who have tried multiple times to stop drinking.
Tapering Off Alcohol
Tapering off alcohol involves slowly reducing alcohol intake over time, which helps people avoid alcohol withdrawal. Learn how an alcohol…
Stem Cell Therapy for Alcohol Addiction
A recent study offers interesting insights into stem cell therapy and how it might impact addiction treatment in the future.
Native Americans and Alcoholism
Alcoholism is a problem among Native Americans. Learn about the many cultural and lifestyle factors that contribute to this health…
Mixing Pain Pills and Alcohol
Pain medications are commonly taken by many people every day. Many people don’t realize, however, that mixing pain pills with…
How Alcohol Affects Your Personality
Science might be now able to explain why alcohol use is linked with aggressive behavior and why some people can…
Detoxing From Alcohol at Home
Detoxing from alcohol at home can be risky. It is important to learn about the risks and ways to stay…
High Functioning Alcoholic
When you think of alcoholism, you may picture a homeless person panhandling or a disorderly person being arrested for a…
Diabetes and Alcohol
While alcohol use is generally safe for people with diabetes when done in moderation, alcohol misuse and abuse can have…
Depression and Alcoholism
Depression and alcoholism can often appear together as co-occurring disorders. Learn more about the dual diagnosis and how it's treated.
Dementia and Alcohol Abuse
In February 2018,study appeared to reveal a link between alcohol use disorder and an increased risk of dementia.
Delirium Tremens
What is delirium tremens? Learn more about the signs, dangers and treatment options for this form of severe alcohol withdrawal.
Chronic Pain and Alcohol
It seems to be a common assumption in society that chronic pain can be alleviated or self-medicated with alcohol.
Binge Drinking
What is binge drinking? Learn more about this destructive pattern.
Bariatric Patients and Alcoholism
Several studies that indicate a correlation between certain types of bariatric surgery and the development of alcoholism among patients later…
At-Risk Drinking in America
At-risk drinking is on the rise in America, but there are steps you can take to keep you and your…
Alcohol Tolerance
Alcohol tolerance is closely linked to dependence and addiction. Learn more about how and why alcohol tolerance is a warning…
Alcohol Poisoning Symptoms
Alcohol poisoning can be very dangerous and is potentially fatal. Learn how to identify the signs of alcohol poisoning and…
Alcohol Misuse Responsible for 3 Million Deaths
The World Health Organization says alcohol is responsible for more than three million deaths. Here's a look at their worldwide…
Alcohol and Memory Loss
Drinking alcohol quickly and in large quantities can impair the ability to form new memories. Similarly, chronic alcohol misuse can…
Alcohol-Induced Psychosis
Alcohol-induced psychosis is a rare event that occurs during or after heavy drinking. Learn the symptoms and how to get…