What Are the Causes of Alcoholism & Alcohol Abuse?
Few medications are approved for treatment of AUD, and these have exhibited small and/or inconsistent effects in broad patient populations with diverse drinking patterns. The need for continued research into the treatment of this disease is evident in order to provide patients with more specific and effective options. This review describes the neurobiological mechanisms of […]
Living with an Alcoholic: Tips for Life with Alcohol Use Disorder
Often, in trying to “help,” well-meaning loved ones will actually do something that enables someone dependent on alcohol to continue along their destructive paths. Make sure that you are not doing anything that bolsters their denial or prevents them from facing the natural consequences of their actions. You may think, “If they really love me, […]
Non-AA Recovery Groups: 5 Alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous
It’s important to develop a structured daily and weekly schedule and stick to it. The symptoms involved in PAWS can be a barrier to recovery if you’re not careful. In addition to being able to recognize them, it’s important to know when to seek help. Depending on the type of dependency, PAWS can last from six […]