Alcohol abuse increases the risk of developing cancers of the mouth, esophagus, liver and breast. Heart disease is currently one of the leading causes of death for alcoholics. An estimated 88,000 people die each year from alcohol-related causes. An increasing number of rehab facilities are specializing in alcohol addiction programs and therapies. AUD is a… Continue reading Alcohol Use Disorder > Fact Sheets > Yale Medicine

Drinking too much alcohol over time may cause inflammation of the pancreas, resulting in pancreatitis. Pancreatitis can activate the release of pancreatic digestive enzymes and cause abdominal pain. Here’s a breakdown of alcohol’s effects on your internal organs and body processes. These effects might not last very long, but that doesn’t make them insignificant. Impulsiveness,… Continue reading Alcohol Use and Your Health Alcohol Use

Creating a structured plan including more resources and increased self-care builds a strong foundation for recovery. You might be surprised to find that you don’t need alcohol to enjoy certain events and previously would drink out of habit. “Replacing time or events spent drinking with other enjoyable activities is helpful. What Happens When You Cut… Continue reading How to Stop Drinking Alcohol: Making a Plan That Works for You

You assume more responsibilities in caring for yourself and being mindful of the people around you. Prisons and mental health facilities often impose strict ground rules on what inmates or patients can do. But in a halfway house, you get more freedom in your movement and time. Learning to live independently once again is one… Continue reading Differences in Sober Living Homes, Rehabs, & Halfway Houses