Actor in Recovery Matthew Perry Works to Help Others
Matthew Perry is best known for his role as Chandler on the long-running TV sitcom Friends and has been noted for a long career with other notable roles in both comic and dramatic televisions series. Like many high-performing people, he has also had a history of struggles with addiction, entering rehab multiple times between 1997 […]
Preventing the Risk of Substance Abuse and Violence
Violence is not always correlated with certain disorders but there are increased risks to individuals exhibiting violent behaviors based on their psychology and lifestyle. Statistics show that some people with mental illnesses left untreated can be more prone to having violent tendencies. However, substance abuse is more likely than mental illness to cause violence and […]
The Dangers Of Mixing Alcohol and Drugs
There is always a risk with taking illegal drugs because it will be hard to predict exactly how they will affect the body. Mixing the drug with alcohol is even riskier, as the interaction between the two often causes even stronger effects. The depressive qualities of alcohol create a great strain on the brain and […]
How Jealousy Can Lead To Alcoholism, and 5 Healthier Ways To Cope
A new study done by researchers at the University of Houston has found a link between people who place a lot of value of the quality of their romantic relationships, and who often experience feelings of jealousy and low self esteem to being at a higher risk for alcoholism. The study took a close look […]
Eating Disorders and Alcohol – The Trend of “Drunkorexia”
Of the many forms that eating disorders can take, the newest trend that has especially become an issue on college campuses is the mixing of anorexia and alcohol consumption. The term “drunkorexia” has been popping up recently in various articles, websites, and blogs as an issue that abuse counselors are now dealing with mainly among […]
Binge Drinking and Long Term Brain Damage
Drinking excessively is common among many social groups, especially for college students who view binge drinking as the norm in most cases. The traditional thinking is that an alcohol binge at a party is fairly harmless and causes no real damage other than a hangover the next morning. However, new research has shown that excessive […]
New Alcoholism Treatment through Virtual Reality
A new form of treatment for alcohol abuse and alcoholism has been showing promise in preliminary studies. The concept behind the new treatment is “virtual reality” therapy that can help to curb cravings and abuse for people with drinking addictions. The recent study from South Korea involved ten patients with alcohol dependence that first went […]
Alcoholism In Russia Takes A Dangerous Turn
The economic crisis facing Russians is forcing drinkers to use cheaper and more dangerous alternatives. A wave of layoffs, wage cuts, and rising costs is having an unexpected impact on Russians facing an economic crisis. Alcoholism has long been a public health issue in the country and now with added strain being created by the […]
6 Ways Alcoholics Deny They Have A Problem
The period of time between being a full blown alcoholic and realizing we have a problem and need help, can be a difficult one. This is the time when we are fully in denial and it can last from several months to many years. During this period, we may know deep down that we have […]
The Increase of Alcohol Use Disorder
A recent study by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism showed that about one third of Americans are affected by the medical condition called alcohol use disorder, a category of illness which includes alcohol abuse and alcoholism. The study also highlighted the fact that in spite of a significant increase in the disorder […]