Alcohol is one of the most addictive and easily accessible substances available. Alcohol dependence can begin at any age, and the longer a person is dependent on alcohol, the more dangerous it becomes. In Laguna Beach, more than 21% of high school freshmen and 45% of high school juniors have self-reported using alcohol in the…
While you may get what alcoholism is and what it does to your body, many people don’t always show the signs or know the risk factors. Alcoholism or what is now called alcohol use disorder or alcohol addiction, like any disease, can affect anyone at any time. However, there are some common risk factors to…
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 or anxiety. Understanding some of the dangers of elderly alcoholism and what…
Acamprosate is a drug that is used to treat dependence on alcohol which also helps reduce relapse. Alcohol cravings can be decreased by supporting brain activity. People who used acamprosate in clinical trials may lose interest in alcohol. The use of the drug may not work for every person. Let’s explore how it is used…
