Category: Sober living

Thus, there has been a renewed interest in evaluating these medications as potential treatment for alcohol dependence with the assumption that the atypical antipsychotics might reduce craving and consumption of alcohol without the substantial adverse effect profile [152]. Furthermore, they are clinically used for alcohol‐dependent patients during the acute detoxification phase to prevent agitation, hallucinations…

Alcohol is an inflammatory substance, meaning it tends to cause swelling in the body. This inflammation may be made much worse by the things often mixed with alcohol, such as sugary and carbonated liquids, which can result in gas, discomfort, and more bloating. Besides weight gain, alcohol can also lead to irritation of your gastrointestinal…

Focusing on self-love and repairing personal relationships is crucial for overcoming spiritual malady and achieving sobriety. AA recommends waiting a year before entering into new personal relationships to focus on self-love and recovery. Many discover that acknowledging a higher power aids in letting go of control and finding guidance in the recovery journey. This spiritual…

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Addictions research using heroin-assisted treatment (HAT) trials such as the North American Opiate Medication Initiative (NAOMI) and similar HAT studies and programs in Europe are a striking, if not controversial example of an effort to embody a biopsychosocial systems approach. The objective of these trials is to investigate the benefits and risks of administering medically…

This model focuses on how individuals handle emotions, particularly negative emotions. People who have difficulty regulating their emotions, especially negative ones, may be more likely to turn to substances as a coping mechanism. Although there is no “addiction gene” to definitively identify a person as being at risk for addiction, it is evident through twin…