Drinking a lot of alcohol may seem unimportant until it becomes a difficult habit to shake off. Many people indulge in consuming alcoholic beverages because they enjoy doing so or because they want to fit in with social events where alcohol plays an active role in entertainment and having fun. There is nothing wrong with […]
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When constant drinking too much develops into an alcohol problem, helping someone to overcome their unhealthy drinking habits can prove extremely difficult and often causes fractures in relationships or even complete abandonment. Observing a loved one struggle with alcohol addiction is heartbreaking, especially if they are reluctant to accept help even when a friend or
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Anyone living with someone who has an alcohol addiction will know how harsh the challenges are and the detrimental behaviour they have to endure. Alcoholism is a devastating illness and a condition that gradually leads to fatality when left untreated. Trying to help someone stop drinking can be an ongoing battle, causing arguments, abuse, violence,
Wegovy A new and promising drug to assist with alcohol problems is now in second-stage trials. There is some exciting news for people with alcohol use disorder and possibly other addictions from research carried out at Oklahoma State University. When the weight reduction drug Wegovy was trialled, it was noticed that people who had excessive
Depression, drinking and isolation can each be devastating, let alone in combination. It’s essential to be aware of the signs that someone may be isolated, dealing with depression and the extent of their drinking habits. Major depression and drinking alone are linked with a greater risk of harm from alcohol misuse and more severe symptoms
INTRODUCTION Drug addiction remains a growing concern in Bristol, with the latest figures showing higher levels of drug use in the South West than in any other area of England and Wales. As you might expect, cannabis is the most common substance used, but it is heroin users who account for nearly all drug-related hospital
People trying to manage a substance misuse problem have long been recommended to attend self-help meetings, but they may wonder just how big an impact this will have on their success in stopping using. In an 8-year-long study finally published in 2008, researchers examined the relationship between the number of AA meetings that people attended
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If you’re in recovery or trying to stay sober, the festive holiday period can pose a challenge. Routine goes out the window and the temptations & triggers of abundant alcohol and food test our resolve. By following these tips, you can increase your chances of staying sober. STAY AWAY FROM TRIGGERS. The ideal scenario is
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We are making the CIWA Alcohol withdrawal evaluation tool available online during this crisis for simple quick measurement of withdrawals.
Whether you have an addiction problem, care about someone with an addiction problem or even if you work with people who have addiction problems, I think it helps to step back for a minute and understand how this problem and it’s recovery unfolds. It’s too easy to get blinkered, judgemental of ourselves and others, and
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