So, treatment may also include electrolyte corrections and multivitamin fluids. They may also do a blood test called a toxicology screen to measure the amount of alcohol in a person’s system. Blood tests and imaging tests can show if organs, such as the liver, have been affected by a person’s […]
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It’s located on a quiet side street with plenty of parking, it has easy highway access, and it’s just around the corner from the train. Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, […]
Aside from physical altercations, a single heavy night of drinking can strain or even injure your internal organs—including your stomach, liver, and kidneys. Even occasional binge drinking can increase your chances of long-term illnesses from alcohol, and can also raise your likelihood of developing alcohol use disorder further down the […]
Many bars and restaurants now offer extensive mocktail menus, while at-home mixologists can easily experiment with recipes to craft their perfect alcohol-free drink. “We have folks that completely abstain from alcohol,” Fleischman said. “We also have folks that love an old fashioned whiskey cocktail every once in a while, and […]
Whether you’re looking for answers for yourself or someone you love, we’re here to give you the best information available. Most people with this condition have had at least seven drinks a day for 20 years or more. This can mean 7 glasses of wine, 7 beers, or 7 shots […]
As you change your relationship with alcohol, it also gives you the opportunity to change how you celebrate special occasions. Turn your focus inward to how you want to feel and imagine your ideal environment. These alcohol alternatives can open your world to endless options as you decide what moderation […]
“I’ve had aches in every joint, and even now, the periodic taste of alcohol in my mouth. It’s the taste of detox, I’m guessing. Already, I’m sleeping better, feeling better, though I’m a little spacey, and my skin already looks healthier.” “I’ve made it to day six for the first time […]
Dysfunctional mitochondria are less efficient, can become a source of ROS, and are more likely to initiate apoptosis (Marzetti et al. 2013). Clinical observation confirmed that several days to weeks of drinking show higher and weeks of abstinence lower pressures. Alcohol intake may also interfere with the drug and dietary […]