Defining Alcoholism: What Is An Alcoholic? An alcoholic is a person who suffers from alcohol use disorder (AUD), which is a chronic disease marked by an inability to control or stop consuming alcohol despite the negative impacts on their health and relationships. This condition involves both physical dependence and psychological cravings for alcoholic drinks. Alcoholism […]
What is Alcoholic Dementia? Dementia is a general term used for a medical condition affecting healthy brain function. Some of the more known forms of this condition are Alzheimer’s Disease, Vascular Dementia, and Lewey Body Dementia. But rarely do we talk about, or know about, the type directly caused by excessive alcohol use. It’s a condition […]
Key Takeaways From the occasional social sipper to heavy drinkers, alcohol consumption varies widely. The terms ‘drunk’, ‘problem drinker’, and ‘alcoholic’ represent distinct patterns of how individuals consume alcohol, each with its unique characteristics. Binge drinking and frequent heavy drinking can lead to serious health complications and increase the risk of transitioning to alcohol dependence. Prolonged […]
Key Takeaways Irish alcoholism is influenced by cultural norms and social structures Pubs in Ireland are central to community life, beyond just being places for drinking. Despite cultural acceptance, Ireland faces significant alcohol-related challenges, including early age drinking onset and high per capita alcohol consumption. The concept of an ‘Irish alcoholism gene’ is a myth; […]
What is The Sinclair Method? The Sinclair Method was originally discovered by John David Sinclair, it is a unique and evidence based treatment for alcohol addiction treatment. It involves the use of a medication a pill called naltrexone, combined with a specific protocol. The goal of this method is to rewire the brain’s reward system and […]
What is Alcoholic Ketoacidosis? Alcoholic ketoacidosis is a serious condition that can result from heavy alcohol use over a long period. It occurs when there are high levels of ketones in the blood, which can lead to coma and even death. Alcoholic ketoacidosis occurs when your body has too much acetate and not enough glucose, which […]
Can Alcohol Kill You? Alcohol can kill you if you drink it in a toxic form, and it’s important to understand what constitutes a toxic dose. The liver only has a limited capacity to metabolize alcohol, a single drink can cause significant damage if it contains more than about 20 grams (or about two shots) of pure […]
Is It Safe to Take Xanax with Alcohol? As any mental health or medical professional would often advise, it is never safe mixing Xanax with both alcohol and other drugs. The reason behind it is pretty simple. Xanax is a fast-acting tranquilizer that has sedative effects. If you mix alcohol with it, your body will not […]
Is It Safe to Take Keppra with Alcohol? It is never safe to combine alcohol and Keppra—or any type or form of drugs for that matter. Apart from alcohol amplifying side effects, it may decrease the efficacy of Keppra in dealing with the symptoms that an individual might be feeling due to their seizure disorders. […]
How Do Addiction-Related Behaviors Affect a Relationship? Addiction-related behaviors can have a profound impact on a relationship. The behaviors can be either negative or positive, depending on the person and their relationship. For example, if the addiction-related behavior is negative, it could be something like lying about the amount of alcohol consumed at a party […]
