8 Tips for Throwing a Sober Party Footprints to Recovery Leading Drug & Alcohol Treatment Programs
Find outdoor activities that you actually enjoy to build sober habits that stick. Getting outside is good for your well-being no matter what the weather throws your way. If you moderate your drinking, getting outside will feel even better. You know what we mean if you’ve ever been on a hike hungover. When it’s time to […]
Ketamine for the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders: comprehensive systematic review PMC
The first line of pharmacologic treatment for MDD is typical antidepressants, which include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, and tricyclic antidepressants. However, these medications routinely take several weeks to take effect and come with a variety of side effects including weight gain and sexual dysfunction, resulting in adherence issues 8. In […]
Being High-Functioning: Feeding the Alcoholic Denial
Stress, obligations, trauma, abuse, or any other number of negative circumstances can seem like an acceptable reason to pick up a bottle or have a drink. It’s essential to convey a message of hope to your loved one struggling with alcoholism denial. Let them know that there are ways they can overcome their addiction and […]
Depression After Drinking: Causes and How to Cope
Most of our members (90%) have tried cutting back, however, few experienced any long-term success in changing their relationship with alcohol. These numbers show us that it is HARD to break the routine once we have developed a dependence on alcohol to unwind at the end of the day. American Addiction Centers (AAC) is committed […]
How to Wean Off of Lyrica Medication
A generic medication is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. Lyrica isn’t FDA-approved to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS). With RLS, you experience twitchiness and discomfort occurs in your legs, typically after going to bed. In addition to the uses listed above, Lyrica may also be used off-label for other […]
Alcohol bloating: Stomach issues, weight gain, and duration
This study suggests that alcohol can actually trigger hunger signals in the brain, leading to an increased urge to eat more food. Therefore, the objective of this article is to provide an update on the link between alcohol intake and obesity. Furthermore, factors that may explain the conflicting findings in this research area are discussed. […]