If you have a loved one with a drinking problem, you may be at a loss about how to handle the problem, how to approach the person, or what to say. If so, you are not alone. Few people have the skills or the experience necessary to address alcohol...
Almost all substance addictions will start with detox. This is the process of clearing an individual's system of drugs or alcohol so they can focus on treatment rather than the withdrawal symptoms that arise from addiction. There are four main...
Holidays like Thanksgiving are some of the most challenging times for people living with alcohol addiction. Alcohol is everywhere, and the holidays are often painful too. Learning how to manage recovery during the Holidays is key to maintaining...
It’s daunting to tackle a dual diagnosis, like depression and alcoholism. Depression can influence alcoholism negatively, and vice versa. The following article will examine the link between depression and alcoholism, and how you or a loved one can...
Many parents worry about underage drinking, and rightly so. A young adult’s brain is still developing, and alcohol can be more dangerous to a teenager than an adult. The following article will look at drinking and the brain, and the impact underage...
Alcohol addiction or what was once called alcoholism can happen to anyone, young or old, but it can be much more dangerous for the elderly. Elderly alcohol abuse is not uncommon, and it often goes hand in hand with another problem, like depression...
When consuming alcohol, it’s essential to understand the signs of alcohol poisoning. For instance, knowing the signs and what to do about them could save someone’s life. Oceanfront Recovery has the experience to help you learn how to recognize the...
Living with an alcoholic can be a challenge. Millions of people struggle with this disease every day, so it’s no wonder that their loved ones often feel helpless and worried. You may feel there is no solution to the problems of living with an...
Millions of people deal with alcohol use disorder in the United States. Although people know that alcohol is harming their lives and bodies, they struggle to quit using alcohol and begin the path to sobriety. One reason is they fear the discomfort...
People have many reasons for self-medicating. Some people turn to drugs as a form of self-medicating because of untreated mental health issues, unresolved trauma, extreme stressors in their life, and more. But whatever the reasons for using...
