The decision to quit drinking is life-changing, especially when someone suffers from alcohol abuse or addiction. As with all addictive substances, the downside of quitting drinking is that you will likely experience withdrawal symptoms. Depending on your history of alcohol consumption, withdrawal symptoms can range from mild to severe. In the most severe cases of…
If you have a loved one who drinks regularly, they may not believe they need help with their drinking behavior. However, there are some signs that drinking may be turning into a coping mechanism or dependence. Alcohol dependence can have far-reaching physical, emotional, and social effects. Alcoholism is an illness that can be difficult to…
St. Patrick’s Day tends to be a day of drinking and merriment. For those trying to live a sober lifestyle, it’s holidays like this that can be difficult to manage. How do you find sober activities that are still fun to enjoy when you can’t use alcohol or drugs? Holidays of all kinds can be…
In our modern society, alcohol use is widespread and encouraged in most social settings. Once the legal age for alcohol use is achieved, alcohol consumption becomes a “rite of passage.” As a result, the line between an alcoholic and someone who “just” consumes alcohol regularly has become blurred. It is important to stay on top…
Social challenges are becoming more and more popular. They’re a means to raise awareness and funds for important medical, mental health, and substance abuse issues. One that has become increasingly popular is Sober October, where individuals pledge to avoid drinking alcohol for the month. It’s a great way to promote healthy, moderate drinking and to…
There are numerous relapse prevention techniques available to clients who have completed treatment. However, perhaps the best kind of aftercare program involves making sure an individual has a supportive community to turn to and the proper resources to prioritize self-care. Insight Recovery Center can not only guide clients through effective relapse prevention techniques but offers…
Alcohol withdrawal symptoms occur when an individual is dependent upon alcohol. The more dependent an individual is, the more severe the symptoms. However, even mild withdrawal symptoms can be painful and prevent a person from functioning normally. For many addicted to alcohol, the only way to relieve these alcohol withdrawal symptoms is by drinking more…