What Is Benzo Withdrawal? Benzo withdrawal is a severe and often life-threatening condition. Benzos are sedatives that doctors can prescribe to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions. Benzos work by binding to receptors in the brain that help control anxiety and stress levels. Benzos can effectively reduce anxiety symptoms when you take them as the […]
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How to Help Someone or Yourself if You Have a Drinking Problem An alcohol use disorder (AUD) is when someone abuses or is addicted to alcohol. An AUD can be conventionally thought of as a drinking problem. But how do you spot one and how do you communicate with someone close to you that suffers
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Alcoholism is a chronic condition impacting 28.9 million people aged 12 and older in the United States, and it requires ongoing dedication to recovery. Whether you have recently completed treatment or are just beginning to consider sobriety, having a strong support system is vital to maintaining your recovery journey. Alcoholics Anonymous, which pioneered the 12-step
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The end of November brings America alive. Thanksgiving is here, Christmas is coming, New Year’s Eve is next, and cheer is on high. The holidays are a time for family and friends, for love and for togetherness. For many, the holidays are also a time of indulgence – overspending, overeating, and overdrinking. If your problem
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Of course it’s not easy to talk to someone you love about their addiction. There are plenty of reasons why. It’s awkward, hard to address, difficult, heavy and/or terrifying. Maybe you’re afraid of their reaction. Maybe you think there’s a chance it could ruin your relationship. Whatever reason you have for being hesitant to address
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Talking honestly about your drinking can feel intimidating, even overwhelming. Many people rehearse the conversation in their heads, worry how others will react, or fear being judged. But acknowledging concerns about alcohol is one of the most powerful steps toward change. When you open up to someone you trust, you create connection, reduce shame, and
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Alcohol is the most prevalently abused drug in the world. In America, it’s not only legal just about everywhere, it’s advertised heavily. Alcohol is part of American culture and is literally being shoved down our throats. Holiday party? Alcohol. Football game? Alcohol. Date night? Alcohol. Going out with some coworkers after a busy Friday? Alcohol.
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A substance use disorder can occur when taking almost any type of drug, which includes everything from prescription medications to heroin and cocaine. If someone close to you has started taking too many drugs, it’s important to understand that all of the signs that you have noticed that point to a substance use disorder may
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If you or someone you know is experiencing issues with substance use, call The National Rehab Hotline at 866-210-1303 for help over the phone. Of course, if someone is experiencing an emergency, you need to call 911 immediately and administer naloxone if you have it available. Time is of the essence when responding to an
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When someone struggles with alcohol or substance use, the impact often reaches far beyond the individual. Families, communities, healthcare systems and even legal institutions often feel the impact. Harm reduction is a public health–driven approach that focuses on reducing the risks and consequences of substance use, even when stopping entirely isn’t immediately possible. Rather than
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