Why Teen Drug Abuse Often Leads To Addiction In Adults
Teens and young adults who misuse substances like alcohol or prescription drugs during adolescence can be at greater risk for substance abuse problems later in life. That’s according to findings from a recent study, which found that over half of teens who reported heavy drug or alcohol use at age 18 reported substance abuse problems […]
How Many People With Alcohol Use Disorder Get Treatment?
Alcohol use disorder, also known as alcohol abuse or addiction, is one of the most common substance use disorders in the United States, affecting millions of Americans. It’s a significant personal and public health problem that can affect your health, relationships with family members, livelihood, as well as your overall quality of life. Yet, despite […]
How Does Alcohol Affect Bone Health?
Research shows that your bone health can be influenced by a number of factors, including age, and overall health, as well as your dietary and drinking habits. Alcohol abuse, particularly in the elderly population, can increase the risk for adverse effects on bone density, bone formation, and related health issues. What Are The Effects Of […]
Quitting Drugs Or Alcohol Cold Turkey: Safety And Risks
Hundreds of thousands of Americans seek treatment for substance abuse each year. Detoxification, also known as detox, is generally the first step in overcoming drug abuse. One widely known method for doing this is referred to as “cold turkey” detox. Unfortunately, quitting drugs cold-turkey can be dangerous. For more information, here is a brief overview […]
Rapid Drug Detox: Overview And Risks
Rapid drug detox, also known as anesthesia-assisted detox, is an alternative to traditional detoxification methods that can rapidly cleanse drugs from the body. This detox method has largely been studied within the context of opioid detoxification, which is known to be very uncomfortable, if not life-threatening for those undergoing withdrawal. Unfortunately, while a painless, rapid […]
Alcohol-Induced Thiamine Deficiency
Thiamine is an essential nutrient that plays an important role in the healthy function of several vital organs. A thiamine deficiency, however, is common among people with alcohol use disorder, also known as alcohol abuse or alcohol addiction. Without treatment for thiamine deficiency and a drinking problem, this condition can have serious consequences, including brain […]
Does Alcohol Affect Bile Production?
Alcohol can affect multiple systems throughout the body, including the biliary system — which is involved in the production and regulation of bile. While alcohol’s effects on enzymes in the liver, for instance, are much more widely known, effects on bile production and the gallbladder are less commonly discussed. How Does Drinking Alcohol Affect Bile […]
How Long Do I Abstain From Alcohol To Repair My Liver?
Alcoholic liver disease is a serious health condition caused by chronic, heavy drinking. It is prevalent, but preventable. If alcoholic liver disease is identified and treated in its early stages, its effects may also be reversible in time, with medical treatment and alcohol abstinence. How Long Does It Take For Your Liver To Heal? The […]
Can You Stop Gabapentin Cold Turkey?
Gabapentin, also known by the brand name Neurontin, is a medication that is prescribed as an anticonvulsant and as a medical treatment for nerve pain. Stopping any prescription drug all at once — or “cold turkey” — is not recommended, especially if you have been taking it for some time, or have a history of […]
Drug Detox While Breastfeeding: What To Know
According to surveys conducted in the United States, approximately 5.9 percent of pregnant women use illicit drugs, and 8.5 percent drink alcohol. Women who abuse substances during their pregnancies increase the risks that their babies will be born with conditions such as neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS), fetal alcohol syndrome, and other dangerous issues. Many breastfeeding […]