It’s not unusual for alcohol and gambling addictions to overlap. When they do, it’s common for the two behaviours to reinforce each other and make things harder. That’s why it’s important to treat both addictions in order to recover. Understanding the relationship between alcohol and gambling addictions is the first step. How are gambling and […]
Category: Alcoholism
How To Stop Drinking Alcohol
You may want to stop drinking alcohol for any number of reasons. Perhaps you’re after the health benefits of sobriety, such as more energy and better sleep. Maybe it’s a challenge or a way to raise money for a cause close to your heart. This article teaches you how to stop drinking alcohol and why […]
Using Alcohol as a Coping Mechanism for Denial
Denial as a Powerful Symptom of Alcoholism Chances are you likely have an idea of what coping is – we all have coping mechanisms we automatically use daily. But did you know that denial can keep you alive? Therapists and psychiatrists often talk of denial as if it is something terrible or unnatural. However often […]
10 Things I Don’t Miss About my Alcohol Addiction
Living an Alcohol-Free Life – Why It’s Better than Ever From feeling constantly angry and depressed to being permanently broke, my alcohol addiction caused a series of bad decisions that I will always regret. Only the other day, someone asked me if I missed alcohol. Almost a decade ago, I had my last drink after […]
Positive Benefits of Sobriety & Quitting Drinking
Benefits of Sobriety Giving up alcohol has countless positive effects on your physical and mental health. When you’re ready to stop drinking you will notice a number of changes over the days and weeks following your last drink – from improved sleep and lowered blood pressure in the short-term, to other crucial long-term health benefits […]
Understanding The Pain of Alcohol Induced Panic Attacks
Alcohol and Anxiety: Panic Attacks After or During Drinking Are you suffering from alcohol-induced panic attacks? Consuming alcohol can trigger panic attacks, while others experience extreme nervousness after drinking. However, regular panic attacks induced by alcohol are a serious matter that can lead to addiction. If you start drinking and cannot always stop or predict […]
List of Resources for Alcohol Misuse in Northern Ireland and Ireland
Alcohol Misuse in Northern Ireland: Charities, Rehabs & Free Help “Smarmore Castle in County Louth is one of Ireland’s best alcohol and drug rehab clinics offering tonnes of addiction support. Over a thousand people have entered our drug and alcohol addiction facility, many of which have gone on to achieve lifelong sobriety and abstinence.” If […]
The Truth About Alcoholism Rates in Ireland
Alcohol misuse remains a major public health concern in Ireland. Despite recent efforts to reduce harmful drinking, alcoholism rates in Ireland continue to be amongst the highest in Europe. Almost four in ten people engage in heavy drinking at least once a month, and more than one in five do so weekly. Younger adults and […]
Secret Drinking – How to spot the Signs Of Hidden Alcoholism
Hidden Signs of Alcoholism When someone you love struggles with alcohol addiction, the signs aren’t always visible on the surface. Many individuals with alcohol use disorders become remarkably skilled at concealing their drinking habits, maintaining professional responsibilities, and presenting a facade of normalcy while battling a serious condition behind closed doors. For families who suspect […]
Chest Pains After Drinking Alcohol
Causes, Symptoms and How to Help Picture the scene: it’s the morning after a hefty night before in Dublin’s pubs and clubs. You wake up, and alongside the hazy memories and bloodshot eyes, you also feel an ache in your chest. Does this sound familiar? Perhaps you’ve experienced chest pain after a binge-drinking session with […]
How Long Does Alcohol Stay in Your System?
How Long Does Alcohol Stay in Your System? Blood, Breath, Hair, Urine The process of alcohol metabolism is a complex one. There is no straightforward answer to how long alcohol stays in your system. As a guideline, you may have heard that a person processes about 1 unit of alcohol per hour. For a guesstimate, […]
Depression After Alcohol: Why You Feel Worse After You Stop Drinking
Can quitting alcohol cause depression? Depression and alcohol misuse are interconnected in many ways. For some people, depression leads to drinking. For others, it develops during periods of heavy alcohol use. And for many, it can appear once alcohol is removed. It often leads people to ask, do you get depressed when you stop drinking, […]