Raising Awareness and Ending the Stigma: Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Alcohol Awareness Month to raise awareness of the dangers of alcohol. There is a stigma surrounding alcohol and substance abuse that Awareness months work to try to reduce. One of the most significant parts to start recovery is recognizing that you have a problem, which can be difficult with the stigmas surrounding it. Alcohol abuse is very dangerous and is the 3rd leading preventable cause of death in...
Fighting Alcoholism While Avoiding Covid-19
Everyone is encouraged to stay at home during the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. However, this can prove very dangerous for those struggling with alcoholism. DreamLife Recovery, in Donegal, PA, is open and here to help those struggling with addiction. We can help you overcome your addiction and achieve a life in sobriety. We wanted to provide some information about alcohol withdrawal for those struggling at home right now. What is Alcohol Detoxification? Alcohol detoxification...
Alcoholism in Pittsburgh PA: Statistics, and Treatment Options
Part of the problem with identifying alcoholism and when your loved one needs to go to an alcohol rehab clinic like ours in Pittsburgh, PA or your surrounding area is not easy. Alcohol is deeply embedded in not only national but our local culture. Everyone drinks a little too much sometimes, but when does it slide from enjoyment to addiction? A Word on Alcoholism from our Clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania The warning...
The Most Typical Stages of Alcohol Withdrawal Explained
While addiction and substance abuse can seem like distant concepts that don't affect us directly, the reality is quite the opposite for many Americans. In fact, 1 in 8 adults in the U.S. suffers from alcoholism. If you or a loved one has dealt with this phenomenon, you know how serious it can be. Luckily, alcoholism is a highly treatable disease. Every year, thousands of people beat their addiction and move forward with...
Are You a High Functioning Alcoholic? 9 Signs You Have a Drinking Problem
Did you know that almost 20% of alcoholics are considered high functioning? These people typically make a good income and are often well educated. Identifying if you, or someone you love, have functioning alcoholism can be a difficult task because work and family life may not be affected. Continue reading to learn about the nine signs of a high functioning alcoholic. 9 Signs You Could Be a High Functioning Alcoholic Drinking can be fun and enjoyable when...
7 Eye-Opening Signs of Alcoholism
In 2015, 15.1 million Americans had an alcohol problem. While moderate alcohol consumption will not affect you physically or psychologically, heavy drinking can have many lasting impacts. Liver damage, cardiovascular disease, and cancer are just some of the long-term side effects of heavy drinking. Struggling with alcohol is also a trigger for mental illness. Alcoholism can affect your blood pressure, circulatory system, and immune system. It shrinks the brain, making your memory worse over...