Drug use not only affects the person from mind to body, but it also puts a strain on those closest to them. Family members may experience shame, anger, fear, or self-blame if their loved one uses drugs. The extent of the effect also depends on how long the drugs have been in their life. Drug […]
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AA vs Al-Anon: What’s the Difference?
When navigating the world of recovery and support groups, particularly those associated with alcohol misuse and addiction, getting lost in the sea of acronyms, methodologies, and purposes can be easy. Two such groups, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Al-Anon, often become intertwined in discussions because of their shared historical roots and their focus on dealing with […]
Living With an Alcoholic Partner: What to Expect and How to Cope
What a Spouse Living With an Alcohol Use Disorder May Experience If you have an alcoholic partner you will feel as though there are three people in the relationship – you, them and the booze. Unfortunately, due to the nature of addiction, and despite their best intentions, your partner will almost always put the drink […]
Does Alcohol Cause Acne?
Excessive alcohol consumption damages your health. It can take a toll on the skin, even if alcohol is not the direct cause of acne. Learn more about how alcohol affects your skin. Alcohol Can Trigger Acne, But It’s Not the Direct Cause Acne is a skin condition that can manifest at all stages of life, […]
7 Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms in Addiction
Addiction, including alcohol and drug addiction, is a brain disease that impacts various brain functions to do with reward, pleasure, memory, and motivation. It doesn’t just ‘happen’, instead it typically develops over a period of time. If you’re wondering what are the stages of addiction, they can be broadly characterised as initial use, which leads […]
Is My Dad an Alcoholic?
Maybe you’ve noticed your dad’s behaviour has changed – he’s become moody and grumpy, or perhaps he’s shouting at you and other family members, and this is scaring you. Perhaps you’ve noticed a change in his lifestyle – he’s not getting to work on time, or he’s lost his job, and this has coincided with […]
Oxycodone Addiction: Why is Oxycodone so Addictive?
Oxycodone is a strong pain medicine that doctors prescribe in Ireland and globally for moderate to severe pain. It can help people when it’s used for a short time, but it should always be closely monitored. Oxycodone also comes with a high risk of dependence. Some people find that their use slowly increases, even when […]
Stress Management in Addiction Recovery
Stress can cause addiction, exacerbate it and increase the chances of relapse, which makes it necessary to incorporate stress management in addiction recovery. Because of the integral role stress plays in addiction, any treatment plan for addiction must include stress management tools. Whether you’re dealing with stress in your current life or are impacted by […]
What Happens After Detox?
In order to beat a serious drug or alcohol addiction, it is often necessary to undergo a detox. This is usually the first step in tackling addiction and it deals with only the physical aspect of addiction. That is to remove the substance from your body, deal with any withdrawal symptoms and end up in […]
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 […]
Am I an Alcoholic if I Drink a Bottle of Wine a Day?
For many people, wine can be easy to drink. But if you’re drinking a bottle of wine a day on a regular basis you’re at risk of significant health issues. The real question you need to ask yourself is “am I an alcoholic?” It can also be the beginning of alcohol dependence or alcoholism. This […]
Low Self Esteem and Addiction – How Are They Related?
Does it matter what others think of us? Apart from people affected by certain mental illnesses such as psychopathy, almost every one of us is affected to some extent by the opinions of others. Low self-esteem can lead to addiction and it can also reinforce it. Let us understand how low self esteem and addiction […]