Drug and Alcohol Abuse Programs

March 15, 2008

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When you are relying on drugs or alcohol to self medicate or even just to have fun, it can be easy to miss the fact that you are actually abusing them. While alcohol is generally considered to be acceptable in reasonable amounts, abuse can sneak up on you before you know it. Even social drinkers may have a tendency to overindulge, which can lead to binge drinking. This is very common, especially among college students and can lead to big problems down the road. Read more

Medications for Alcoholism Recovery

March 14, 2008

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A lot of people are hearing about new medications to treat alcoholism. The symptoms of alcohol detox and cravings make it very difficult to quit drinking, especially for a long-term alcoholic. These medications primarily work by reducing those problems. Studies have shown that they can help people quit drinking, avoid relapse after they quit drinking, or reduce the amount of alcohol that they drink. There are also other medications on the market that are used to help with certain detox symptoms. For example, Valium may be given during the first few days of withdrawal. The following is some basic information about the most popular medications for alcoholism. Read more

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