Catégorie : Sober living

Sobriety support groups generally do not accept insurance because they are not treatment facilities. Tempest operates under the assumption that addiction is the result of trying to escape from something else but that alcohol eventually becomes a problem on its own. For this reason, the membership programs involve looking deeply at the underlying causes of […]

Early-stage rhinophyma symptoms are consistent with rosacea and may include facial flushing or redness. As the condition progresses, symptoms like an enlarged nasal tip (bulbous nose), disfigurement, and a bumpy or ridged facial texture may occur. Alcoholic’s nose, or rhinophyma, is a condition that causes the nose or other facial features to become swollen, enlarged, […]

If you recognize aspects of your personality that are common to narcissistic personality disorder or you’re feeling overwhelmed by sadness, consider reaching out to a trusted health care provider or mental health provider. Getting the right treatment can help make your life more rewarding and enjoyable. People with narcissistic personality disorder may not want to […]

Naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray is currently alcohol vs drugs available both over-the-counter and by prescription, under different brand names. Prescription options include Kloxxado (8 mg/spray), Rextovy (4 mg/spray), and Rezenopy (10 mg/spray). Narcan (4 mg/spray) and ReVive (3 mg/spray) are brand names available OTC. There are several levels of intensity of substance use treatment. Counseling […]

Withdrawal symptoms can vary in severity and depend on many factors, such as drinking history, metabolism, age, medical condition, what other substances or medication you take, and more. Because everyone’s body reacts differently, there’s not a lot of research that proves tapering can decrease the effects of alcohol withdrawal. A popular way to taper off […]

For example, they are investigating whether the net increase in synaptic serotonin levels results from alcohol’s direct actions on molecules involved in serotonin release and uptake or from more indirect alcohol effects. Serotonin is an important brain chemical that acts as a neurotransmitter to communicate information among nerve cells. Serotonin’s actions have been linked to […]

Satisfying hobbies can distract you from wanting to drink, but they also help you relax — something everyone needs to do. But maybe you’re unsure about quitting completely and don’t want to hold yourself to that goal. Maybe you don’t think you depend on alcohol exactly, but you still wonder whether you might be drinking […]