Having an occasional drink in a social setting or having one to relax after a long day of work can be normal, but if that drink turns into two or three, it can point to an issue with alcohol. How many drinks are too many? Get the answers to this and other substance use disorder …
Everyone who drinks alcohol or goes out with friends who drink should know the symptoms of alcohol poisoning. People commonly drink too much, whether they misjudge their ability to handle alcohol or consume too many drinks too quickly. Understanding when alcohol consumption goes too far can save a life, even your own. If you or …
Few people may recognize an association between binge drinking and regular exercise, but it turns out that one helps to compensate for the other. A recent news report on a site for Bulgaria shares the results of a new survey that more than 25% of drinkers exercise regularly to compensate for the effects of binge …
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Smoking and drinking have long been preached against within the walls of the local school’s heath class. Researchers now suggest lessons combine binge drinking and smoking into a single lesson regarding health as they tend to go hand in hand with today’s adolescents. Science Daily published a release examining the findings from Temple researchers. This …
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When people think of dangerous drugs, they probably think of heroin, crack cocaine, crystal meth or strong painkillers like oxycodone. Because it’s legal, alcohol isn’t usually thought of as a substance with the potential to kill you or lead to chronic, irreversible health problems. In fact, alcohol ruins lives. It’s time to better understand that …
If you’re spending time searching online for terms like, “My brother has a drinking problem,” you’re not alone. Many people look for help for their loved ones who are struggling with alcohol or drug abuse issues. However, there are ways to get help that can really change lives. At Promises Behavioral Health, we understand that …
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Delirium tremens, sometimes called “the DTs” or Saunders-Sutton syndrome, is the most severe symptom of alcohol withdrawal. It typically occurs within two to five days of the last drink of alcohol Because it can be fatal, it’s wise to treat it as a medical emergency and seek assistance for a loved one immediately. It often …
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