Category: Sober living

In 2020, approximately 40 million people 12 and older needed treatment for a substance abuse disorder, yet only around 4 million people sought out and received treatment. Drug addiction is pervasive and affects millions of people, families, and communities. And its toll on health, relationships, and quality of life is apparent. Mindfulness training, a common… Continue reading What Is The Life Expectancy Of A Heroin Addict?

The block grant amounts tend to fluctuate over the years, and the state has occasionally raised rates in other sectors such as outpatient services depending on the money available, HHSC officials told the Tribune. By Friday, the group’s residential treatment center Phoenix House Dallas will have closed its doors to its 30 current residents. It… Continue reading Outpatient Rehab for Alcohol

Content What’s the Difference Between the Types of Relapses (Slips, Lapses & Relapses)? Sitting down for an appearance on The Howard Stern Show, Demi shared, “Smoking and drinking led me back to other substances.” Cravings, Constant Headache If you’re keeping up with this average (or less), the damage from alcohol is most likely minimal. I… Continue reading Sobriety Strategies: 13 Tips for Staying Sober

Someone who has blacked out while drinking might face DUI, sexual assault, or battery charges. They may simply say something incredibly hurtful to a concerned parent, spouse, friend, or child. When people have blacked out, they are totally at the mercy of alcohol. With severely impaired judgment and the ability to continue taking actions and… Continue reading Blackout Drunk: Signs, Causes, and Dangers of Blackout Drinking

Content Most People Don’t Seek Treatment Side Effects of Alcohol Abuse: Neurological Disorders Heart Pros and cons of moderate alcohol use Overall, nearly 20% of people who drink in this category have alcohol use disorder. Beyond these physical and mental health risks, frequent alcohol misuse also is linked with personal problems, such as losing one’s… Continue reading Alcohol’s Effects on Health National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism NIAAA