Managing Alcoholism

Managing alcoholism amongst those you love can often be difficult. Giving up alcohol is very difficult and must be the choice of the alcoholic’s to do so. How can family and friends manage alcoholism in a loved one?

Why Do People Start Drinking Alcohol

Discover why people start drinking alcohol. What attracts them to drinking and how society promotes alcohol.

Teenage Drinking Problems

Too many of our teenages have problems with underage drinking. As parents, how can we prevent our children from being at risk.

Living with an Alcoholic

Find out where do you turn for help when living with an alcoholic. The answer is simple but not easy.

Symptoms of Alcoholism

Defined symptoms of alcoholism according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

How often do alcoholics drink?

How much alcoholics drink can be a well kept secret since someone who has an alcohol dependence can do much of their drinking alone. The amount of alcohol they consume is also very dependent on where they are in the progression of the illness.

How many beers per day would be considered alcohol abuse?

Department of Health recommended healthy guideline for alcohol

Diagnosing Alcoholism

Diagnosing alcoholism can be difficult, since many times the drinker either denies the problem or doesn’t realize the severity of the problem. Friends and family are usually the first to notice a drinking problem and seek out professional help.

What Kind of Treatment is there for an Alcoholic?

Treatment for alcoholism is dependent of the severity and can typically a combination of detoxification, therapy, and/or counceling. Ongoing support can increase the success of sobriety.

Alcohol Abuse and it’s Effects

Alcoholism – abuse and addiction can have long-term effects that damage almost every organ in the body. Get the facts and understand the risks.

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