Getting sober isn’t easy, no matter how long the journey has been from start to recovery. Therefore, tips for sobriety are especially valuable. Some people quit cold turkey. Others, however, benefit the most from professional services, like those offered at a reputable alcohol rehab program. Too often, knowing how to begin the path to recovery,…
A study published by The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) from Iowa State University reveals that the amount of money that beer companies spend on advertising strongly predicts the number of teenagers who have heard of, preferred, and tried different brands of beer. 99% of middle and high school students surveyed reported hearing of…
Underage drinking is a common problem in the U.S. it accounts for 4,300 deaths every year of just youth. About 11 percent of alcohol consumed in the U.S. is in those under the age of 21, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. When you consider this, realize that peer pressure and underage drinking…
When you get help for addiction, you must go through several milestones on your way to recovery. One of the most challenging milestones comes near the very start of your sobriety efforts. This is the time when you enter a drug and alcohol detox program and go through substance withdrawal. Withdrawal is a temporary collection…
Alcohol abuse is one of the most concerning public health crises in the US. Despite the dangers of alcohol, many teenagers in the United States have used it. Unfortunately, you are more likely to suffer from alcohol use disorders (AUD) in adulthood when you start drinking during adolescence. Furthermore, alcohol abuse has more severe impacts…
All people affected by alcohol addiction face a period of detoxification when they begin their recovery. Detox gives you the chance to clear any remaining alcohol from your system. It also prepares you to keep your recovery going once you pass through alcohol withdrawal. How long does alcohol detox take? That depends on your personal…
COVID-19 is here. Anyone with a compromised immune system is at a higher risk of developing complications from the disease. There’s a lot of concern for elderly individuals who often have weaker immune systems and co-occurring medical conditions. However, those who use drugs or alcohol may have a compromised immune system as well. At Rockland…
Quitting drinking is a big step. The immediate benefit of breaking an unhealthy habit should be the goal. However, additional benefits come about as a result of ceasing this bad habit. When a person stops drinking, the health benefits of quitting will be evident after just a few weeks of abstinence. Therefore, let’s think more…
The goal of substance abuse treatment in sober living is never to drink or use drugs again. Some people may struggle with relapse. Why does relapse happen? There are many potential causes of chronic relapse, but in every situation, trying again is best. Our team at Alina Lodge can offer you the guidance and support…
If your drinking is getting out of control you may not be the first to know it. You may be in denial but your family, friends, and coworkers can recognize the signs. Maybe you are one of those people who are adept at hiding your flaws. You don’t think anyone has noticed that you are…