An alcohol free St Patrick’s Day is possible, even if it may not feel that simple. More people than you might expect choose not to drink on St Patrick’s Day, for all kinds of reasons. Some are in recovery. Some are cutting back. Some are pregnant, on medication, or simply do not want to drink. […]
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Alcohol Addiction Services ‘Woefully Inadequate’
Alcohol Addiction Services: Ireland’s Alcohol Problem Needs More Free Resources & Funding As a rehab facility in Ireland, we know all too well about the lack of quality alcohol addiction resources and services available in the country. That’s one of the primary reasons that we opened Smarmore Castle in 2015 in County Louth. After seeing […]
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 […]
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 […]
Alcoholism and Pregnancy
Alcohol Use in Pregnancy Anything that a pregnant mother consumes also gets consumed by her unborn child. According to the Center for Disease Control, 1 in 10 pregnant women drink and 1 in 50 women binge drink which is more than five drinks a day. – Alcoholism rates in Ireland. It is important for pregnant […]